Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, George Bibich Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: George Bibich Elementary School serves the west side of Dyer, IN, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Bibich Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Bibich Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
George Bibich Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Bibich Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#75 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
64%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Bibich Elementary School's ranking?
George Bibich Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are George Bibich Elementary School often compared to?
George Bibich Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Protsman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend George Bibich Elementary School?
547 students attend George Bibich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of George Bibich Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Bibich Elementary School?
George Bibich Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does George Bibich Elementary School offer ?
George Bibich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Bibich Elementary School part of?
George Bibich Elementary School is part of Lake Central School Corporation School District.
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