Serving 126 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 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Martinsville, IN school district, covering approximately 200.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.4 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Centerton Elementary School's student population of 126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Fostering Success in a Family Atmosphere
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 0.19, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Firecrackers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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?
126 students attend Centerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Centerton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerton Elementary School?
Centerton Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, 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.
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