Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New Paris Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Paris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Paris Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Paris Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Paris Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Paris Elementary School's ranking?
New Paris Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are New Paris Elementary School often compared to?
New Paris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend New Paris Elementary School?
452 students attend New Paris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of New Paris Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Paris Elementary School?
New Paris Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Paris Elementary School offer ?
New Paris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is New Paris Elementary School part of?
New Paris Elementary School is part of Fairfield Community Schools School District.
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