Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Banneker Elementary At Marquette ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banneker Elementary At Marquette ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Banneker Elementary At Marquette's student population of 276 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banneker Elementary At Marquette ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banneker Elementary At Marquette is 0.12, 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
#1631 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
94%
13%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banneker Elementary At Marquette's ranking?
Banneker Elementary At Marquette is ranked #1631 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Banneker Elementary At Marquette?
276 students attend Banneker Elementary At Marquette.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Banneker Elementary At Marquette students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banneker Elementary At Marquette?
Banneker Elementary At Marquette has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Banneker Elementary At Marquette offer ?
Banneker Elementary At Marquette offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Banneker Elementary At Marquette part of?
Banneker Elementary At Marquette is part of Gary Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Banneker Elementary At Marquette located?
Banneker Elementary At Marquette is located in the Miller Beach neighborhood of Gary, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Miller Beach.
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