Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fillmore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fillmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fillmore Elementary School's student population of 148 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Fillmore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fillmore 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
#363 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fillmore Elementary School's ranking?
Fillmore Elementary School is ranked #363 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fillmore Elementary School often compared to?
Fillmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Cloverdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fillmore Elementary School?
148 students attend Fillmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fillmore Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fillmore Elementary School?
Fillmore Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fillmore Elementary School offer ?
Fillmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fillmore Elementary School part of?
Fillmore Elementary School is part of South Putnam Community Schools.
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