Flint Lake Elementary School

4106 N Calumet Ave
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
8/
10
Top 30%
Flint Lake Elementary School serves 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Flint Lake Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30% in IN
  • Math Proficiency
    : 50% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 52% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Flint Lake Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Flint Lake Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Flint Lake Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IN)
Overall Testing Rank
#397 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
13%
13%
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Black
8%
13%
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White
72%
66%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.46
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Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Flint Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Flint Lake Elementary School is ranked #397 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Flint Lake Elementary School?
440 students attend Flint Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Flint Lake Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flint Lake Elementary School?
Flint Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 16:1.
What grades does Flint Lake Elementary School offer ?
Flint Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Flint Lake Elementary School part of?
Flint Lake Elementary School is part of Valparaiso Community Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   2/28/2012
I attended Flint Lake Elementary School, 1954, from 1st grade thru 4th grade, when my parents moved. I have been trying to find a website regarding the old school and have not been able to do so. Could you be of any assistance? It would be appreciatd.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - ricks

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 440 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 50% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 52% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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