Hornet Park Elementary School serves 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hornet Park Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hornet Park Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
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 schools are Hornet Park Elementary School often compared to?
Hornet Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hornet Park Elementary School?
461 students attend Hornet Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hornet Park Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hornet Park Elementary School?
Hornet Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hornet Park Elementary School offer ?
Hornet Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hornet Park Elementary School part of?
Hornet Park Elementary School is part of Beech Grove City Schools.
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