Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Judith Morton Johnston Elementary serves the northern part of Highland, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
Knowledge and Integrity
School Rankings
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#509 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School's ranking?
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School is ranked #509 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School often compared to?
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Middle School, Mildred Merkley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School?
383 students attend Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School?
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School offer ?
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School part of?
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School is part of School Town Of Highland School District.
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