Jimtown Elementary School serves 418 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: Jimtown Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Elkhart, IN, encompassing approximately 15 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jimtown Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jimtown Elementary School is 0.45, 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)
(09-10)75-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jimtown Elementary School often compared to?
Jimtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakarusa Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% IN state average).
How many students attend Jimtown Elementary School?
418 students attend Jimtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jimtown Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jimtown Elementary School?
Jimtown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jimtown Elementary School offer ?
Jimtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jimtown Elementary School part of?
Jimtown Elementary School is part of Baugo Community Schools.
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