Serving 622 students in grades 3-5, Western Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Russiaville, IN, encompassing approximately 55.7 square miles, with most students typically driving 10-12 minutes to reach the school from various locations within the zone. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 4.2 miles, extending up to 8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Western Intermediate School's student population of 622 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Educate and Inspire Today's Students for Tomorrow's Opportunities
School Rankings
Western Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Intermediate School is 0.35, 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
#383 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Intermediate School's ranking?
Western Intermediate School is ranked #383 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Western Intermediate School often compared to?
Western Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Western Intermediate School?
622 students attend Western Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Western Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Intermediate School?
Western Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Western Intermediate School offer ?
Western Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Intermediate School part of?
Western Intermediate School is part of Western School Corporation School District.
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