Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Vinton 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vinton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vinton Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vinton 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 Vinton Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#798 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
15%
13%
White
45%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Vinton Elementary School's ranking?
Vinton Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Vinton Elementary School often compared to?
Vinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgelea Elementary School, Glen Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Vinton Elementary School?
452 students attend Vinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Vinton Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vinton Elementary School?
Vinton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vinton Elementary School offer ?
Vinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Vinton Elementary School part of?
Vinton Elementary School is part of Lafayette School Corporation School District.
In what neighborhood is Vinton Elementary School located?
Vinton Elementary School is located in the Vinton neighborhood of Lafayette, IN.
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