Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Whitley 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Whitley Elementary School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in South Whitley, IN, covering approximately 175 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Whitley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Whitley Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Whitley 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 Whitley Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#401 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Whitley Elementary School's ranking?
South Whitley Elementary School is ranked #401 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Whitley Elementary School?
300 students attend South Whitley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Whitley Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Whitley Elementary School?
South Whitley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Whitley Elementary School offer ?
South Whitley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Whitley Elementary School part of?
South Whitley Elementary School is part of Whitko Community School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I cannot say enough good things about South Whitley Elementary. The teachers are simply amazing. They know every kid personally, and I don't mean the kids in their class. I mean each teacher seems to know each kid in each class! More than that I feel like every year my kids have teachers who know THEM, and know exactly what they need in order to succeed and grow. Very impressed. Its a very clean, modern school, has all the technology any of the Fort Wayne school would have.
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