Serving 573 students in grades 5-6, New Palestine Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Palestine Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Palestine Intermediate School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Palestine Intermediate 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 New Palestine Intermediate School is 0.22, 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
#201 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
88%
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
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Palestine Intermediate School's ranking?
New Palestine Intermediate School is ranked #201 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend New Palestine Intermediate School?
573 students attend New Palestine Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of New Palestine Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Palestine Intermediate School?
New Palestine Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Palestine Intermediate School offer ?
New Palestine Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is New Palestine Intermediate School part of?
New Palestine Intermediate School is part of Southern Hancock Co Com Sch Corp School District.
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