Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eastern Pulaski Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern Pulaski 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 Eastern Pulaski Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#603 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Pulaski Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Eastern Pulaski Elementary School?
510 students attend Eastern Pulaski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Eastern Pulaski Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Pulaski Elementary School?
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastern Pulaski Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eastern Pulaski Elementary School part of?
Eastern Pulaski Elementary School is part of Eastern Pulaski Community Sch Corp School District.
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