Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Charles Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Charles Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Charles Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#455 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
8%
13%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Elementary School is ranked #455 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Charles Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestdale Elementary School, Starr Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Charles Elementary School?
335 students attend Charles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Charles Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Elementary School?
Charles Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles Elementary School offer ?
Charles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles Elementary School part of?
Charles Elementary School is part of Richmond Community Schools School District.
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