Jimtown Elementary School serves 396 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jimtown Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jimtown Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jimtown Elementary School often compared to?
Jimtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Wakarusa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% IN state average).
How many students attend Jimtown Elementary School?
396 students attend Jimtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jimtown Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jimtown Elementary School?
Jimtown Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jimtown Elementary School offer ?
Jimtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jimtown Elementary School part of?
Jimtown Elementary School is part of Baugo Community Schools School District.
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