Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lasalle 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 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lasalle Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Rankings
Lasalle 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 Lasalle Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1563 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
17%
13%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Elementary School's ranking?
Lasalle Elementary School is ranked #1563 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lasalle Elementary School often compared to?
Lasalle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battell Elementary School, Fred J Hums Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Elementary School?
494 students attend Lasalle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lasalle Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lasalle Elementary School?
Lasalle Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lasalle Elementary School offer ?
Lasalle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lasalle Elementary School part of?
Lasalle Elementary School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
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