Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Staunton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staunton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Staunton Elementary School's student population of 366 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Staunton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staunton 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
#83 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
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
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Staunton Elementary School's ranking?
Staunton Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Staunton Elementary School often compared to?
Staunton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Township Elementary School, Clay City Elementary School, Meridian Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Staunton Elementary School?
366 students attend Staunton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Staunton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Staunton Elementary School?
Staunton Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Staunton Elementary School offer ?
Staunton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Staunton Elementary School part of?
Staunton Elementary School is part of Clay Community Schools School District.
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