Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tekoppel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tekoppel Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tekoppel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tekoppel Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#974 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
10%
13%
White
75%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
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 Tekoppel Elementary School's ranking?
Tekoppel Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 1,755 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Tekoppel Elementary School?
439 students attend Tekoppel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Tekoppel Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tekoppel Elementary School?
Tekoppel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tekoppel Elementary School offer ?
Tekoppel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tekoppel Elementary School part of?
Tekoppel Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Tekoppel Elementary School located?
Tekoppel Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Westside.
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