Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Binford Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Binford Elementary School serves the southeast part of Bloomington, IN, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 70.5 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Binford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Binford Elementary School's student population of 507 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
Empowering students to maximize their educational success to become productive, responsible global citizens.
School Rankings
Binford Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Binford Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#167 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binford Elementary School's ranking?
Binford Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Binford Elementary School often compared to?
Binford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Elementary School, Childs Elementary School, Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Binford Elementary School?
507 students attend Binford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Binford Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Binford Elementary School?
Binford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Binford Elementary School offer ?
Binford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Binford Elementary School part of?
Binford Elementary School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
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