Serving 28 students in grades 4-12, Old Corden Porter School ranks in the top 30% 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 39% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Top Rankings
Old Corden Porter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#487 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
25%
13%
White
61%
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
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Corden Porter School's ranking?
Old Corden Porter School is ranked #487 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Old Corden Porter School?
28 students attend Old Corden Porter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Old Corden Porter School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Corden Porter School?
Old Corden Porter School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Old Corden Porter School offer ?
Old Corden Porter School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Old Corden Porter School part of?
Old Corden Porter School is part of Greater Clark County Schools School District.
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