Serving 989 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jasper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 989 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jasper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jasper Elementary School's student population of 989 students has grown by 148% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
989 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jasper 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 Jasper 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
#322 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
68%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasper Elementary School's ranking?
Jasper Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jasper Elementary School often compared to?
Jasper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ireland Elementary School, Jasper High School, Huntingburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jasper Elementary School?
989 students attend Jasper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jasper Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jasper Elementary School?
Jasper Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jasper Elementary School offer ?
Jasper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jasper Elementary School part of?
Jasper Elementary School is part of Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools School District.
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