Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arcola School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcola School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Arcola School's student population of 230 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcola School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcola School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcola School's ranking?
Arcola School is ranked #78 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Arcola School?
230 students attend Arcola School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Arcola School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcola School?
Arcola School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arcola School offer ?
Arcola School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arcola School part of?
Arcola School is part of Northwest Allen County Schools School District.
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