Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beveridge 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beveridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beveridge Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beveridge 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 Beveridge Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1732 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
93%
13%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
8%
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 Beveridge Elementary School's ranking?
Beveridge Elementary School is ranked #1732 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Beveridge Elementary School?
343 students attend Beveridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Beveridge Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beveridge Elementary School?
Beveridge Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beveridge Elementary School offer ?
Beveridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Beveridge Elementary School part of?
Beveridge Elementary School is part of Gary Community School Corp School District.
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