Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joy Elementary School serves the northeast part of Michigan City, IN, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joy Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We plan today... for tomorrow's success!
School Rankings
Joy 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 Joy Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1184 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
34%
14%
White
40%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joy Elementary School's ranking?
Joy Elementary School is ranked #1184 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Joy Elementary School?
416 students attend Joy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Joy Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joy Elementary School?
Joy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joy Elementary School offer ?
Joy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joy Elementary School part of?
Joy Elementary School is part of Michigan City Area Schools.
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