Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fayette Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fayette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fayette Elementary School's student population of 307 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Wild About Learning
School Calendar
School Motto
We are 'Wild About Learning'.
School Rankings
Fayette 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 Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#547 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
3%
15%
White
94%
62%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fayette Elementary School's ranking?
Fayette Elementary School is ranked #547 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fayette Elementary School often compared to?
Fayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoosier Prairie Elementary School, Dixie Bee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fayette Elementary School?
307 students attend Fayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fayette Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fayette Elementary School?
Fayette Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fayette Elementary School offer ?
Fayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fayette Elementary School part of?
Fayette Elementary School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
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