Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fayette Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fayette Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fayette Central Elementary School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fayette 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 Fayette Central Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#579 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
62%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayette Central Elementary School's ranking?
Fayette Central Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fayette Central Elementary School often compared to?
Fayette Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frazee Elementary School, Laurel School, Eastview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fayette Central Elementary School?
332 students attend Fayette Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fayette Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayette Central Elementary School?
Fayette Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fayette Central Elementary School offer ?
Fayette Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayette Central Elementary School part of?
Fayette Central Elementary School is part of Fayette County School Corporation School District.
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