Serving 552 students in grades 3-6, Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#714 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
3%
13%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Miami Elementary School, Maconaquah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School?
552 students attend Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School?
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School offer ?
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School part of?
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary School is part of Peru Community Schools School District.
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