Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Huntertown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntertown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Huntertown Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Huntertown 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 Huntertown 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
#617 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
3%
13%
White
81%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Huntertown Elementary School's ranking?
Huntertown Elementary School is ranked #617 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Huntertown Elementary School?
506 students attend Huntertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Huntertown Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huntertown Elementary School?
Huntertown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Huntertown Elementary School offer ?
Huntertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Huntertown Elementary School part of?
Huntertown Elementary School is part of Northwest Allen County Schools School District.
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