Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Boswell 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 was 15-19% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
42%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
55%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Boswell Elementary School?
137 students attend Boswell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Boswell Elementary School students are White, 42% 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 Boswell Elementary School?
Boswell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boswell Elementary School offer ?
Boswell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Boswell Elementary School part of?
Boswell Elementary School is part of Benton Community School Corporation School District.
Recent Articles
How Schools are Cutting More Costs in 2011
Budget cuts continue to cripple school districts across the country, forcing some schools to make major cuts creatively. Learn about the current situation and how some public schools are coping with the budget shortfalls.
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
