Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Knightstown Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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-3
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knightstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Knightstown Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knightstown 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 Knightstown Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#430 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
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
46%
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 Knightstown Elementary School's ranking?
Knightstown Elementary School is ranked #430 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Knightstown Elementary School often compared to?
Knightstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah Elementary School, Tri Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Knightstown Elementary School?
382 students attend Knightstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Knightstown Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knightstown Elementary School?
Knightstown Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knightstown Elementary School offer ?
Knightstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Knightstown Elementary School part of?
Knightstown Elementary School is part of C A Beard Memorial School Corp School District.
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