Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Suncrest 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 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suncrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Suncrest Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Suncrest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suncrest Elementary School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1180 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
51%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
45%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suncrest Elementary School's ranking?
Suncrest Elementary School is ranked #1180 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Suncrest Elementary School often compared to?
Suncrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge Primary Elementary School, Clinton Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Suncrest Elementary School?
551 students attend Suncrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Suncrest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Suncrest Elementary School?
Suncrest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Suncrest Elementary School offer ?
Suncrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Suncrest Elementary School part of?
Suncrest Elementary School is part of Community Schools Of Frankfort School District.
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