Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Believe. Achieve. Succeed.
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#641 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
93%
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
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Vermillion Community School Corporation School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #641 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Duyn Elementary School, North Vermillion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
370 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Central Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of South Vermillion Community School Corporation School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Pretty well rounded and my grand kids love it there.
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