Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Paragon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paragon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paragon Elementary School's student population of 177 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paragon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paragon Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#935 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paragon Elementary School's ranking?
Paragon Elementary School is ranked #935 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Paragon Elementary School?
177 students attend Paragon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Paragon Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paragon Elementary School?
Paragon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paragon Elementary School offer ?
Paragon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Paragon Elementary School part of?
Paragon Elementary School is part of MSD Martinsville Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
I went to this school in the early 90's and look back on those days with fondness. I remember reading a lot, running a lot (playground was HUGE, though we didn't have the equipment they have now), and learning a lot. The teachers were all wonderful and found different ways to keep our attention, while educating us. They were fair and respectful. I appreciate my time there, from kindergarten thru graduation of the fifth grade. And the building itself is pretty cool too, with the winding stairs and the gym/cafeteria/stage in the center of the building! It's rather cool how they fit so much into such a small looking building.
I noticed that the student population has decreased by 9% over the past 5 years, but I wonder how much of that could be blamed on people having to relocate due to the flood plains. I know that my home is no longer there. Also, there are/were quite a few home-schoolers in that area as well.
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