Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, New Palestine 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 75-79% (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 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: New Palestine Elementary School serves the southwest part of New Palestine, IN, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living around 2.1 miles from the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Palestine 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
New Palestine Elementary School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Palestine 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 New Palestine Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#68 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Palestine Elementary School's ranking?
New Palestine Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are New Palestine Elementary School often compared to?
New Palestine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugar Creek Elementary School, Mt Comfort Elementary School, Jb Stephens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 New Palestine Elementary School?
579 students attend New Palestine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of New Palestine Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Palestine Elementary School?
New Palestine Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Palestine Elementary School offer ?
New Palestine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Palestine Elementary School part of?
New Palestine Elementary School is part of New Palestine Community Schools.
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