Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Muessel 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muessel Primary Center serves the northeast part of South Bend, IN, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1 square mile. Typically, families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muessel Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muessel 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 Muessel Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1716 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
61%
14%
White
15%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muessel Elementary School's ranking?
Muessel Elementary School is ranked #1716 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Muessel Elementary School often compared to?
Muessel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Muessel Elementary School?
295 students attend Muessel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Muessel Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muessel Elementary School?
Muessel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Muessel Elementary School offer ?
Muessel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Muessel Elementary School part of?
Muessel Elementary School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Muessel Elementary School located?
Muessel Elementary School is located in the Near Northwest neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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