Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southport 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 38% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southport Elementary School's student population of 636 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southport 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 Southport Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#897 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
53%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
8%
13%
White
26%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southport Elementary School's ranking?
Southport Elementary School is ranked #897 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Southport Elementary School?
636 students attend Southport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Southport Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southport Elementary School?
Southport Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southport Elementary School offer ?
Southport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southport Elementary School part of?
Southport Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southport Elementary School located?
Southport Elementary School is located in the Southport neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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