Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emmons 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 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emmons Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Red and Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
13 acres
School Rankings
Emmons 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 Emmons Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1421 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
25%
14%
White
46%
62%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Emmons Elementary School's ranking?
Emmons Elementary School is ranked #1421 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Emmons Elementary School?
422 students attend Emmons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Emmons Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmons Elementary School?
Emmons Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emmons Elementary School offer ?
Emmons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emmons Elementary School part of?
Emmons Elementary School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
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