Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nappanee Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nappanee Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Nappanee, IN, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nappanee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nappanee Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nappanee Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nappanee Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#106 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
82%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nappanee Elementary School's ranking?
Nappanee Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Nappanee Elementary School often compared to?
Nappanee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodview Elementary School, Benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Nappanee Elementary School?
378 students attend Nappanee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Nappanee Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nappanee Elementary School?
Nappanee Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nappanee Elementary School offer ?
Nappanee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nappanee Elementary School part of?
Nappanee Elementary School is part of Wa-Nee Community Schools.
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