Serving 310 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 62% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 15:1 is equal to 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 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Rensselaer Elementary School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#219 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
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 #219 out of 1,763 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
310 students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Van Rensselaer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 15:1, which is equal to 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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