Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Francisco Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francisco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Francisco Elementary School's student population of 55 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francisco 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 Francisco Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#222 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
98%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Francisco Elementary School's ranking?
Francisco Elementary School is ranked #222 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Francisco Elementary School often compared to?
Francisco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barton Township Elementary School, Haubstadt Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Francisco Elementary School?
55 students attend Francisco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Francisco Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francisco Elementary School?
Francisco Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Francisco Elementary School offer ?
Francisco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Francisco Elementary School part of?
Francisco Elementary School is part of East Gibson School Corporation School District.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2015
Had most of my favorite times at FES and now my kids are going ther . Another generation of the Hutchinson family to be educated in East Gibson!!!
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