Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fortville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (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 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fortville Elementary School's student population of 719 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fortville 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 Fortville Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#572 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
81%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fortville Elementary School's ranking?
Fortville Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fortville Elementary School often compared to?
Fortville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eden Elementary School, Eastern Hancock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Fortville Elementary School?
719 students attend Fortville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Fortville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fortville Elementary School?
Fortville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fortville Elementary School offer ?
Fortville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fortville Elementary School part of?
Fortville Elementary School is part of MT Vernon Community School Corp School District.
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