Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Binford Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Binford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Binford Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Binford Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Binford Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#166 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binford Elementary School's ranking?
Binford Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Binford Elementary School often compared to?
Binford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Elementary School, Childs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Binford Elementary School?
475 students attend Binford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Binford Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Binford Elementary School?
Binford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Binford Elementary School offer ?
Binford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Binford Elementary School part of?
Binford Elementary School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
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