Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Dearborn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Dearborn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Dearborn Elementary School's student population of 793 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
793 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Dearborn 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 North Dearborn 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
#176 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dearborn Elementary School's ranking?
North Dearborn Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Dearborn Elementary School often compared to?
North Dearborn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrenceburg Primary School, Bright Elementary School, Aurora Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend North Dearborn Elementary School?
793 students attend North Dearborn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Dearborn Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Dearborn Elementary School?
North Dearborn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Dearborn Elementary School offer ?
North Dearborn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Dearborn Elementary School part of?
North Dearborn Elementary School is part of Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp School District.
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