Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Centerton Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerton 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
Community Size
School Overview
Centerton Elementary School's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
10
School Motto
Fostering Success in a Family Atmosphere
School Mascot
Firecrackers
School Rankings
Centerton 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 Centerton Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#153 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Firecrackers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerton Elementary School's ranking?
Centerton Elementary School is ranked #153 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Centerton Elementary School often compared to?
Centerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Stem Academy, Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Centerton Elementary School?
130 students attend Centerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Centerton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerton Elementary School?
Centerton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centerton Elementary School offer ?
Centerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerton Elementary School part of?
Centerton Elementary School is part of MSD Martinsville Schools School District.
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