Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shawswick 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 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawswick Elementary School's student population of 480 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shawswick 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 Shawswick 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
#681 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
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
45%
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 Shawswick Elementary School's ranking?
Shawswick Elementary School is ranked #681 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Shawswick Elementary School often compared to?
Shawswick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Oolitic School, Throop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Shawswick Elementary School?
480 students attend Shawswick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Shawswick Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shawswick Elementary School?
Shawswick Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shawswick Elementary School offer ?
Shawswick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Shawswick Elementary School part of?
Shawswick Elementary School is part of North Lawrence Com Schools School District.
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