Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paul Saylor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul Saylor Elementary School serves the southeast area of Valparaiso, IN, covering approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Saylor Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating, Empowering, and Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Paul Saylor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Saylor Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1146 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
27%
14%
White
46%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Saylor Elementary School's ranking?
Paul Saylor Elementary School is ranked #1146 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paul Saylor Elementary School often compared to?
Paul Saylor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George L Myers Elementary School, South Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paul Saylor Elementary School?
274 students attend Paul Saylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Paul Saylor Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Saylor Elementary School?
Paul Saylor Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul Saylor Elementary School offer ?
Paul Saylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Saylor Elementary School part of?
Paul Saylor Elementary School is part of Portage Township Schools.
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