Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Geist 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 78% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Geist Elementary School's student population of 674 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Geist Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geist Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#28 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
72%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geist Elementary School's ranking?
Geist Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Geist Elementary School often compared to?
Geist Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geist Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Geist Elementary School?
674 students attend Geist Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Geist Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geist Elementary School?
Geist Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Geist Elementary School offer ?
Geist Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Geist Elementary School part of?
Geist Elementary School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools School District.
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