Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Throop 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 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Throop Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Paoli, IN, encompassing approximately 188.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Throop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Throop Elementary School's student population of 693 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to providing educational and inspiring opportunities for our students. In a safe and supportive learning environment, we will encourage students to persevere and be responsible, productive members of our community.
School Rankings
Throop 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 Throop Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#749 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Throop Elementary School's ranking?
Throop Elementary School is ranked #749 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Throop Elementary School often compared to?
Throop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springs Valley Elementary School, Shawswick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Throop Elementary School?
693 students attend Throop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Throop Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Throop Elementary School?
Throop Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Throop Elementary School offer ?
Throop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Throop Elementary School part of?
Throop Elementary School is part of Paoli Community School Corp School District.
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