Serving 274 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 5:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muessel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Muessel Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 152% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Muessel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muessel Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1738 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
63%
13%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muessel Elementary School's ranking?
Muessel Elementary School is ranked #1738 out of 1,763 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
274 students attend Muessel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Muessel Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muessel Elementary School?
Muessel Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, 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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