Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emmons 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 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emmons Elementary School serves the southwest part of Mishawaka, IN, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families within this zone, with most homes located about half a mile away from the school and the furthest edge being 1.1 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emmons Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
13 acres
School Rankings
Emmons 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 Emmons Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1421 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
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)41.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmons Elementary School's ranking?
Emmons Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Emmons Elementary School?
422 students attend Emmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Emmons Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmons Elementary School?
Emmons Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emmons Elementary School offer ?
Emmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emmons Elementary School part of?
Emmons Elementary School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
School Reviews
Review Emmons Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
