Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Childs Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Childs 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
Childs Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Empowering students to maximize their educational success to become productive, responsible global citizens.
School Rankings
Childs Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Childs Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#8 out of 1743 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Childs Elementary School's ranking?
Childs Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Childs Elementary School often compared to?
Childs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Childs Elementary School?
493 students attend Childs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Childs Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Childs Elementary School?
Childs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Childs Elementary School offer ?
Childs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Childs Elementary School part of?
Childs Elementary School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2020
Excellent school! They truly care about their students and it's a very comfortable school environment.
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