Serving 329 students in grades 3-5, Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Rensselaer Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rensselaer, IN, covering approximately 266.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Rensselaer Elementary School's student population of 329 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Rensselaer Central Schools Corporation is to provide an appropriate educational program and learning environment which will effectively meet the educational needs of its students and citizens and help its students accomplish educational
School Rankings
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Rensselaer Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#208 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
White
84%
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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
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
5%
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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School's ranking?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
329 students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Van Rensselaer Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Van Rensselaer Elementary School offer ?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Rensselaer Elementary School part of?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is part of Rensselaer Central School Corp School District.
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