Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Akron Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Akron Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Akron, IN, encompassing approximately 193.6 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.5 miles, with the furthest point being 15.7 miles away, resulting in a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Akron Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Akron Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akron Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 1991–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akron Elementary School's ranking?
Akron Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Akron Elementary School often compared to?
Akron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caston Elementary School, Columbia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Akron Elementary School?
354 students attend Akron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Akron Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akron Elementary School?
Akron Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Akron Elementary School offer ?
Akron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akron Elementary School part of?
Akron Elementary School is part of Tippecanoe Valley School Corp School District.
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