Serving 512 students in grades 3-5, Jerry Ross Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 68% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerry Ross 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
Jerry Ross Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jerry Ross 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 Jerry Ross Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#84 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
71%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerry Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Jerry Ross Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jerry Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Jerry Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Jerry Ross Elementary School?
512 students attend Jerry Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jerry Ross Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jerry Ross Elementary School?
Jerry Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jerry Ross Elementary School offer ?
Jerry Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Jerry Ross Elementary School part of?
Jerry Ross Elementary School is part of Crown Point Community School Corp School District.
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