Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newby Memorial 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 8% 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-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newby Memorial Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newby Memorial 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 Newby Memorial Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#798 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Newby Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Newby Memorial Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Newby Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Newby Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Madison Elementary School, Waverly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Newby Memorial Elementary School?
304 students attend Newby Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Newby Memorial Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newby Memorial Elementary School?
Newby Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newby Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Newby Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Newby Memorial Elementary School part of?
Newby Memorial Elementary School is part of Mooresville Con School Corp School District.
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