Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-6, East 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 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Elementary School serves the eastern part of Pendleton, IN, covering an area of approximately 46.1 square miles, with most families living within a 10-12 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 687 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#377 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendleton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
687 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of South Madison Com Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is great for kids without special needs, but if your child has a special need, medical condition, or a disorder your child will be ignored. Problems with your child getting help in the classroom, acceptence by peers, bullying, or meeting academic needs will go on. You have to fight this school for everything. They will outright ignore a Doctors order for the needs of the child. With the increase of special needs children they are behind the times in training and inclusion.
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