Serving 586 students in grades 2-4, South Grove Elementary 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 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Grove Intermediate School serves the entire district of Beech Grove, IN, encompassing an area of 4.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Grove Elementary School's student population of 586 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
South Grove Elementary 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 South Grove Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1389 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Grove Elementary School's ranking?
South Grove Elementary School is ranked #1389 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Grove Elementary School?
586 students attend South Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Grove Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Grove Elementary School?
South Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Grove Elementary School offer ?
South Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Grove Elementary School part of?
South Grove Elementary School is part of Beech Grove City Schools.
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