Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#211 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
301 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Lebanon Community School Corp School District.
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