Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moran 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 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moran Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Moran Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Moran 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 Moran Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#241 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
10%
15%

Black
3%
13%

White
79%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moran Elementary School's ranking?
Moran Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Moran Elementary School?
411 students attend Moran Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Moran Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moran Elementary School?
Moran Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moran Elementary School offer ?
Moran Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Moran Elementary School part of?
Moran Elementary School is part of Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp School District.
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