Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Waterford 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Waterford Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford 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 Waterford Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#748 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
54%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
39%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #748 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
430 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Waterford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Goshen Community Schools School District.
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