Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Battell Elementary School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 40% 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-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Battell Elementary School's student population of 305 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
305 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Battell Elementary School 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 Battell Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#1227 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
8%
15%

Black
18%
13%

White
60%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battell Elementary School's ranking?
Battell Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Battell Elementary School often compared to?
Battell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beiger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Battell Elementary School?
305 students attend Battell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Battell Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battell Elementary School?
Battell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Battell Elementary School offer ?
Battell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Battell Elementary School part of?
Battell Elementary School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
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