Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Market Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 7% 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: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Market Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Market Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
New Market Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Market Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#284 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Market Elementary School's ranking?
New Market Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are New Market Elementary School often compared to?
New Market Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Lester B Sommer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Market Elementary School?
468 students attend New Market Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of New Market Elementary School students are White, 4% 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 New Market Elementary School?
New Market Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Market Elementary School offer ?
New Market Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Market Elementary School part of?
New Market Elementary School is part of South Montgomery Com Sch Corp School District.
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