Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J E Ober Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J E Ober Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Garrett, IN, encompassing approximately 47.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
J E Ober Elementary School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
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School Rankings
J E Ober Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J E Ober Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1199 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2007)
Hispanic
5%
15%
White
90%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J E Ober Elementary School's ranking?
J E Ober Elementary School is ranked #1199 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are J E Ober Elementary School often compared to?
J E Ober Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckenney-harrison Elementary School, James R Watson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend J E Ober Elementary School?
704 students attend J E Ober Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of J E Ober Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J E Ober Elementary School?
J E Ober Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does J E Ober Elementary School offer ?
J E Ober Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J E Ober Elementary School part of?
J E Ober Elementary School is part of Garrett-Keyser-Butler Com Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
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