Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dexter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dexter Elementary School serves the southeast part of Evansville, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dexter Elementary School's student population of 384 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners today, leaders tomorrow
School Rankings
Dexter 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 Dexter Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1506 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
28%
14%
White
35%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter Elementary School's ranking?
Dexter Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Dexter Elementary School often compared to?
Dexter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairlawn Elementary School, Caze Elementary School, Hebron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Dexter Elementary School?
384 students attend Dexter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Dexter Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter Elementary School?
Dexter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dexter Elementary School offer ?
Dexter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter Elementary School part of?
Dexter Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Dexter Elementary School located?
Dexter Elementary School is located in the Dexter neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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