Lasalle Academy

2701 W Elwood
South Bend, IN 46628
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Lasalle Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 30% in IN
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lasalle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Lasalle Academy's student population of 457 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026

School Rankings

Lasalle Academy 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 Lasalle Academy is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#381 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
42%
39%
64%
41%
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
25%
13%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lasalle Academy's ranking?
Lasalle Academy is ranked #381 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lasalle Academy often compared to?
Lasalle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Traditional School, Dickinson Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Academy?
457 students attend Lasalle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lasalle Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lasalle Academy?
Lasalle Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lasalle Academy offer ?
Lasalle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lasalle Academy part of?

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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