Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Templeton 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 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Templeton Elementary School serves the west part of Bloomington, IN, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families live within a typical driving distance of 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Templeton Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Motto
Empowering students to maximize their educational success to become productive, responsible global citizens.
School Rankings
Templeton 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 Templeton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1062 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
14%
14%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Templeton Elementary School's ranking?
Templeton Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Templeton Elementary School often compared to?
Templeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Childs Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School, University Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Templeton Elementary School?
412 students attend Templeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Templeton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Templeton Elementary School?
Templeton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Templeton Elementary School offer ?
Templeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Templeton Elementary School part of?
Templeton Elementary School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
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