Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ferdinand Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferdinand Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ferdinand Elementary School's student population of 310 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ferdinand Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferdinand Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 1755 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferdinand Elementary School's ranking?
Ferdinand Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Ferdinand Elementary School often compared to?
Ferdinand Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntingburg Elementary School, Holland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Ferdinand Elementary School?
310 students attend Ferdinand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ferdinand Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferdinand Elementary School?
Ferdinand Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ferdinand Elementary School offer ?
Ferdinand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Ferdinand Elementary School part of?
Ferdinand Elementary School is part of Southeast Dubois Co Sch Corp School District.
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