Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Charles Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Charles Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
8%
13%
White
69%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Charles Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestdale Elementary School, Starr Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Charles Elementary School?
354 students attend Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Charles Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Elementary School?
Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles Elementary School offer ?
Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Charles Elementary School part of?
Charles Elementary School is part of Richmond Community Schools School District.
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