Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eel River Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (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 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eel River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Eel River Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eel River Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eel River Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#520 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
72%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eel River Elementary School's ranking?
Eel River Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Eel River Elementary School often compared to?
Eel River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Center Elementary School, Oak View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Eel River Elementary School?
412 students attend Eel River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Eel River Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eel River Elementary School?
Eel River Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eel River Elementary School offer ?
Eel River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Eel River Elementary School part of?
Eel River Elementary School is part of Northwest Allen County Schools School District.
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