Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Saint Joseph Central 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 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Joseph Central School serves the northeast part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saint Joseph Central School's student population of 434 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint Joseph Central 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 Saint Joseph Central School is 0.62, 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
#1196 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
14%
14%
White
58%
62%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Joseph Central School's ranking?
Saint Joseph Central School is ranked #1196 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Saint Joseph Central School often compared to?
Saint Joseph Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred H Croninger Elementary School, Robert C Harris Elementary School, Willard Shambaugh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Saint Joseph Central School?
434 students attend Saint Joseph Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Saint Joseph Central School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Joseph Central School?
Saint Joseph Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Saint Joseph Central School offer ?
Saint Joseph Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Joseph Central School part of?
Saint Joseph Central School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
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