Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Selma Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Selma Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Selma, IN, covering approximately 65.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Selma Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing Minds, Building Futures
School Rankings
Selma Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selma 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
#186 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selma Elementary School's ranking?
Selma Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Selma Elementary School often compared to?
Selma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royerton Elementary School, Monroe Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Selma Elementary School?
535 students attend Selma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Selma Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selma Elementary School?
Selma Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Selma Elementary School offer ?
Selma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Selma Elementary School part of?
Selma Elementary School is part of Liberty-Perry Community Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Selma Elementary School located?
Selma Elementary School is located in the Mile Square neighborhood of Selma, IN.
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