Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Slate Run Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slate Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Slate Run Elementary School's student population of 358 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Slate Run Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slate Run Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
11%
13%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slate Run Elementary School's ranking?
Slate Run Elementary School is ranked #336 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Slate Run Elementary School often compared to?
Slate Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Tabor Elementary School, Grant Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Slate Run Elementary School?
358 students attend Slate Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Slate Run Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slate Run Elementary School?
Slate Run Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Slate Run Elementary School offer ?
Slate Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Slate Run Elementary School part of?
Slate Run Elementary School is part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con School District.
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