Serving 388 students in grades 3-4, South 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 62% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South 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 South Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#336 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
4%
13%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Buren Elementary School, Clarks Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
388 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Danville Community School Corp School District.
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