Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kingsbury 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 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingsbury Elementary School serves the western part of La Porte, IN, covering an area of approximately 33.3 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kingsbury Elementary School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Once a Slicer, Always a Slicer
School Rankings
Kingsbury 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 Kingsbury Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#401 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsbury Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsbury Elementary School is ranked #401 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Kingsbury Elementary School often compared to?
Kingsbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley Elementary School, Prairie View 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Kingsbury Elementary School?
294 students attend Kingsbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kingsbury Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsbury Elementary School?
Kingsbury Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kingsbury Elementary School offer ?
Kingsbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsbury Elementary School part of?
Kingsbury Elementary School is part of La Porte Community School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The best public school elementary in the area!!! Great team and teachers.
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