Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Covington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Covington Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Covington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Covington Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington Elementary School's ranking?
Covington Elementary School is ranked #405 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Covington Elementary School often compared to?
Covington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Attica Elementary School, Southeast Fountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Covington Elementary School?
363 students attend Covington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Covington Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covington Elementary School?
Covington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Covington Elementary School offer ?
Covington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Covington Elementary School part of?
Covington Elementary School is part of Covington Community School Corp School District.
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