Serving 675 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Cedar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cedar Elementary School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#278 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
35%
13%
White
46%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Cedar Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Elementary School, Maple Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Cedar Elementary School?
675 students attend Cedar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cedar Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Elementary School?
Cedar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Cedar Elementary School part of?
Cedar Elementary School is part of Avon Community School Corp School District.
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