Serving 575 students in grades 1-6, West Newton 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 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Newton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Newton Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Newton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Newton Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1231 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
29%
13%
White
51%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Newton Elementary School's ranking?
West Newton Elementary School is ranked #1231 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Newton Elementary School often compared to?
West Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Mills Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend West Newton Elementary School?
575 students attend West Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Newton Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Newton Elementary School?
West Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Newton Elementary School offer ?
West Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is West Newton Elementary School part of?
West Newton Elementary School is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
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