Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Deputy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Deputy Elementary School serves the western part of its district, covering an area of approximately 57.7 square miles in Deputy, IN. Families typically face a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deputy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deputy Elementary School's student population of 138 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Deputy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deputy Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#179 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
98%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deputy Elementary School's ranking?
Deputy Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Deputy Elementary School?
138 students attend Deputy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Deputy Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deputy Elementary School?
Deputy Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Deputy Elementary School offer ?
Deputy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deputy Elementary School part of?
Deputy Elementary School is part of Madison Consolidated Schools.
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