Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montezuma Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montezuma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Montezuma Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montezuma Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montezuma Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#773 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
89%
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
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montezuma Elementary School's ranking?
Montezuma Elementary School is ranked #773 out of 1,755 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Montezuma Elementary School?
238 students attend Montezuma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Montezuma Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montezuma Elementary School?
Montezuma Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montezuma Elementary School offer ?
Montezuma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Montezuma Elementary School part of?
Montezuma Elementary School is part of Southwest Parke Com Sch Corp School District.
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