Serving 626 students in grades 2-4, South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Danville, IN school district, covering approximately 84.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.6 miles and the furthest edge located 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 626 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#396 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
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 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #396 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Buren Elementary School, Clarks Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
626 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Danville Community School Corp School District.
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