Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fred J Hums 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fred J Hums Elementary School serves the eastern part of Mishawaka, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred J Hums Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fred J Hums Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Fred J Hums 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 Fred J Hums Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#401 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavemen
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred J Hums Elementary School's ranking?
Fred J Hums Elementary School is ranked #401 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fred J Hums Elementary School often compared to?
Fred J Hums Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Branch Elementary School, Lasalle Elementary School, Battell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fred J Hums Elementary School?
327 students attend Fred J Hums Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Fred J Hums Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred J Hums Elementary School?
Fred J Hums Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fred J Hums Elementary School offer ?
Fred J Hums Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred J Hums Elementary School part of?
Fred J Hums Elementary School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
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