Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Jane Ball Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50% in IN)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jane Ball Elementary School serves the southern part of Cedar Lake, IN, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jane Ball Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jane Ball Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
79%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jane Ball Elementary School often compared to?
Jane Ball Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jane Ball Elementary School?
356 students attend Jane Ball Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Jane Ball Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jane Ball Elementary School?
Jane Ball Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jane Ball Elementary School offer ?
Jane Ball Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jane Ball Elementary School part of?
Jane Ball Elementary School is part of Hanover Community School Corp School District.
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