Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Prairie Elementary School's student population of 395 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Prairie Elementary School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Prairie Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lake Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Hill Elementary School, Three Creeks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Lake Prairie Elementary School?
395 students attend Lake Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lake Prairie Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Prairie Elementary School?
Lake Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Lake Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Prairie Elementary School part of?
Lake Prairie Elementary School is part of Tri-Creek School Corporation School District.
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