Serving 887 students in grades 5-6, Kesling Intermediate 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 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kesling Intermediate School's student population of 887 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Kesling Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kesling Intermediate School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1005 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 is Kesling Intermediate School's ranking?
Kesling Intermediate School is ranked #1005 out of 1,763 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Kesling Intermediate School?
887 students attend Kesling Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kesling Intermediate School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kesling Intermediate School?
Kesling Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kesling Intermediate School offer ?
Kesling Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kesling Intermediate School part of?
Kesling Intermediate School is part of Laporte Community School Corp School District.
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