Serving 524 students in grades 3-6, East Jay 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 higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jay Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Jay Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jay Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#1039 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
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 East Jay Elementary School's ranking?
East Jay Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 1,755 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 36% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend East Jay Elementary School?
524 students attend East Jay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Jay Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jay Elementary School?
East Jay Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Jay Elementary School offer ?
East Jay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is East Jay Elementary School part of?
East Jay Elementary School is part of Jay School Corporation School District.
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