Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Central Elementary School's student population of 323 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
South Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Central Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#521 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 South Central Elementary School's ranking?
South Central Elementary School is ranked #521 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Central Elementary School often compared to?
South Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanesville Elementary School, North Harrison Elementary School, Corydon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Central Elementary School?
323 students attend South Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Central Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Central Elementary School?
South Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Central Elementary School offer ?
South Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Central Elementary School part of?
South Central Elementary School is part of South Harrison Com Schools School District.
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