Golden Bear Preschool serves 295 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Bear Preschool's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 466% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golden Bear Preschool is 0.37, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Golden Bear Preschool?
295 students attend Golden Bear Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Golden Bear Preschool students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Bear Preschool?
Golden Bear Preschool has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Golden Bear Preschool offer ?
Golden Bear Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Bear Preschool part of?
Golden Bear Preschool is part of Shelbyville Central Schools.
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