Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beiger Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beiger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Beiger Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beiger 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 Beiger Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1029 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
10%
13%
White
71%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beiger Elementary School's ranking?
Beiger Elementary School is ranked #1029 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Beiger Elementary School often compared to?
Beiger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Beiger Elementary School?
546 students attend Beiger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Beiger Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beiger Elementary School?
Beiger Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beiger Elementary School offer ?
Beiger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beiger Elementary School part of?
Beiger Elementary School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
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