Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tekoppel 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tekoppel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Tekoppel Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone, Every Child, Everyday!
School Rankings
Tekoppel 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 Tekoppel Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1203 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
68%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tekoppel Elementary School's ranking?
Tekoppel Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Tekoppel Elementary School?
440 students attend Tekoppel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tekoppel Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tekoppel Elementary School?
Tekoppel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tekoppel Elementary School offer ?
Tekoppel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tekoppel Elementary School part of?
Tekoppel Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Tekoppel Elementary School located?
Tekoppel Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Westside.
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