Western Primary School serves 542 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Primary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Primary School is 0.34, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Western Primary School often compared to?
Western Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School, Wallace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Western Primary School?
542 students attend Western Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Western Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Primary School?
Western Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Western Primary School offer ?
Western Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Primary School part of?
Western Primary School is part of Western School Corporation School District.
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