Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Van Duyn 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Duyn Elementary School serves the southern part of the Clinton, IN school district, covering an area of approximately 41.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Duyn Elementary School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Believe. Achieve. Succeed.
School Rankings
Van Duyn 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 Van Duyn 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
#1056 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Duyn Elementary School's ranking?
Van Duyn Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Van Duyn Elementary School often compared to?
Van Duyn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Van Duyn Elementary School?
242 students attend Van Duyn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Van Duyn 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 Van Duyn Elementary School?
Van Duyn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Van Duyn Elementary School offer ?
Van Duyn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Duyn Elementary School part of?
Van Duyn Elementary School is part of South Vermillion Com Sch Corp School District.
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