Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chrisney 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Chrisney Elementary School serves the southwest part of Chrisney, IN, covering an area of approximately 84 square miles. Most families in this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chrisney 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
Chrisney Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Chrisney 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 Chrisney Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#99 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
97%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chrisney Elementary School's ranking?
Chrisney Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Chrisney Elementary School often compared to?
Chrisney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Trail Elementary School, David Turnham Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Chrisney Elementary School?
216 students attend Chrisney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Chrisney Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chrisney Elementary School?
Chrisney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chrisney Elementary School offer ?
Chrisney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chrisney Elementary School part of?
Chrisney Elementary School is part of North Spencer County Sch Corp School District.
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