Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White River 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 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 36% 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: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
White River Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
White River 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 White River Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#703 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
64%
62%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White River Elementary School's ranking?
White River Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend White River Elementary School?
605 students attend White River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of White River Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White River Elementary School?
White River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does White River Elementary School offer ?
White River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White River Elementary School part of?
White River Elementary School is part of Noblesville Schools.
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