Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Taylor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylor Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Students First: Prepare, Empower, Celebrate!
School Rankings
Taylor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1426 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Taylor Elementary School is ranked #1426 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Taylor Elementary School often compared to?
Taylor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Elementary School, Western Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?
494 students attend Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Taylor Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor Elementary School?
Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor Elementary School part of?
Taylor Elementary School is part of Taylor Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Taylor Elementary School located?
Taylor Elementary School is located in the Indian Heights neighborhood of Kokomo, IN.
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