Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nathan Hale Elementary School serves the entire district of Whiting, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Nathan Hale Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nathan Hale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#601 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
15%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale Elementary School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Nathan Hale Elementary School often compared to?
Nathan Hale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Whiting High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Elementary School?
396 students attend Nathan Hale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Nathan Hale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Elementary School?
Nathan Hale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Elementary School offer ?
Nathan Hale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Hale Elementary School part of?
Nathan Hale Elementary School is part of School City Of Whiting School District.
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