Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shawswick Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawswick Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 93% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shawswick Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawswick Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#714 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Shawswick Elementary School's ranking?
Shawswick Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Shawswick Elementary School often compared to?
Shawswick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Oolitic School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Shawswick Elementary School?
457 students attend Shawswick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Shawswick Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shawswick Elementary School?
Shawswick Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shawswick Elementary School offer ?
Shawswick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Shawswick Elementary School part of?
Shawswick Elementary School is part of North Lawrence Com Schools School District.
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