Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Luce Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Luce Elementary School's student population of 187 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luce Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luce Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#448 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luce Elementary School's ranking?
Luce Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Luce Elementary School?
187 students attend Luce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Luce Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luce Elementary School?
Luce Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Luce Elementary School offer ?
Luce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Luce Elementary School part of?
Luce Elementary School is part of South Spencer County Sch Corp School District.
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