Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crisman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crisman Elementary School serves the north part of Portage, IN, covering an area of approximately 12.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crisman Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crisman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crisman Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#941 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crisman Elementary School's ranking?
Crisman Elementary School is ranked #941 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Crisman Elementary School often compared to?
Crisman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Ethel R Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Crisman Elementary School?
343 students attend Crisman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Crisman Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crisman Elementary School?
Crisman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crisman Elementary School offer ?
Crisman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crisman Elementary School part of?
Crisman Elementary School is part of Portage Township Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school on so many levels. I went to this school for 6 years and overall each year was amazing. There was never a bullying issue, the teachers were nice. I know a lot of other students who came out and were immediately at the top of our class. It's an outstanding school, and it actually teaches you new stuff and just yes.
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