Serving 236 students in grades 5-6, Swayzee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 10% 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: 5-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swayzee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Swayzee Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swayzee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swayzee Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#916 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
90%
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
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swayzee Elementary School's ranking?
Swayzee Elementary School is ranked #916 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Swayzee Elementary School?
236 students attend Swayzee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Swayzee Elementary School students are White, 6% 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 Swayzee Elementary School?
Swayzee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swayzee Elementary School offer ?
Swayzee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Swayzee Elementary School part of?
Swayzee Elementary School is part of Oak Hill United School Corp School District.
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