Serving 714 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mt Comfort Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Comfort Elementary School's student population of 714 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Mt Comfort 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 Mt Comfort Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#508 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Comfort Elementary School's ranking?
Mt Comfort Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mt Comfort Elementary School often compared to?
Mt Comfort Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Palestine Elementary School, Greenfield Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mt Comfort Elementary School?
714 students attend Mt Comfort Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mt Comfort Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Comfort Elementary School?
Mt Comfort Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt Comfort Elementary School offer ?
Mt Comfort Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Comfort Elementary School part of?
Mt Comfort Elementary School is part of MT Vernon Community School Corp School District.
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