Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Virgil I Bailey 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Virgil I Bailey 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 Virgil I Bailey Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1328 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
34%
62%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgil I Bailey Elementary School's ranking?
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School is ranked #1328 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Virgil I Bailey Elementary School?
235 students attend Virgil I Bailey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Virgil I Bailey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virgil I Bailey Elementary School?
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Virgil I Bailey Elementary School offer ?
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virgil I Bailey Elementary School part of?
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School is part of Lake Station Community Schools.
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