Serving 518 students in grades 3-5, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School ranks in the top 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 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonathan Jennings Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#857 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonathan Jennings Elementary School's ranking?
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School is ranked #857 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jonathan Jennings Elementary School often compared to?
Jonathan Jennings Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Elementary School, Pleasant Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jonathan Jennings Elementary School?
518 students attend Jonathan Jennings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Jonathan Jennings Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonathan Jennings Elementary School?
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jonathan Jennings Elementary School offer ?
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonathan Jennings Elementary School part of?
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School is part of Greater Clark County Schools School District.
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