Serving 221 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chrisney Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chrisney 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
Community Size
School Overview
Chrisney Elementary School's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chrisney 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 Chrisney Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#105 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
97%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chrisney Elementary School's ranking?
Chrisney Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Chrisney Elementary School often compared to?
Chrisney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Trail Elementary School, David Turnham Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Chrisney Elementary School?
221 students attend Chrisney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Chrisney Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chrisney Elementary School?
Chrisney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chrisney Elementary School offer ?
Chrisney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Chrisney Elementary School part of?
Chrisney Elementary School is part of North Spencer County Sch Corp School District.
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