Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nancy Hanks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nancy Hanks Elementary School serves the northeast part of Ferdinand, IN, covering an area of approximately 54.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nancy Hanks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nancy Hanks Elementary School's student population of 296 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Team Eagle: Educate Each Other, Acceptance, Goals, Life Learners, Excellence
School Rankings
Nancy Hanks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nancy Hanks Elementary School is 0.10, which is less 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
#32 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nancy Hanks Elementary School's ranking?
Nancy Hanks Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Nancy Hanks Elementary School often compared to?
Nancy Hanks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Turnham Education Center, Lincoln Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Nancy Hanks Elementary School?
296 students attend Nancy Hanks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Nancy Hanks Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nancy Hanks Elementary School?
Nancy Hanks Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nancy Hanks Elementary School offer ?
Nancy Hanks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nancy Hanks Elementary School part of?
Nancy Hanks Elementary School is part of North Spencer County Sch Corp School District.
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