Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dixie Bee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixie Bee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dixie Bee Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dixie Bee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixie Bee Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#435 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
75%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixie Bee Elementary School's ranking?
Dixie Bee Elementary School is ranked #435 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Dixie Bee Elementary School often compared to?
Dixie Bee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoosier Prairie Elementary School, Lost Creek Elementary School, Riley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Dixie Bee Elementary School?
588 students attend Dixie Bee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dixie Bee Elementary School students are White, 7% 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 Dixie Bee Elementary School?
Dixie Bee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dixie Bee Elementary School offer ?
Dixie Bee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dixie Bee Elementary School part of?
Dixie Bee Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2015
The school is great, the teachers are absolutely amazing. The office staff is very very rude!!!
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