Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwestern Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwestern Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hanover, IN, covering approximately 110.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwestern Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwestern Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwestern Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#566 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Elementary School's ranking?
Southwestern Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southwestern Elementary School often compared to?
Southwestern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lydia Middleton Elementary School, Canaan Community Academy, Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southwestern Elementary School?
633 students attend Southwestern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Southwestern Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Elementary School?
Southwestern Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwestern Elementary School offer ?
Southwestern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Elementary School part of?
Southwestern Elementary School is part of Southwestern-Jefferson Co Con School District.
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