Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aurora 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 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aurora Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Success Driven Grow. Excel. Achieve.
School Rankings
Aurora 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 Aurora Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1095 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Aurora Elementary School's ranking?
Aurora Elementary School is ranked #1095 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Aurora Elementary School often compared to?
Aurora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrenceburg Primary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Aurora Elementary School?
537 students attend Aurora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Aurora Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Elementary School?
Aurora Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aurora Elementary School offer ?
Aurora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Elementary School part of?
Aurora Elementary School is part of South Dearborn Community Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
1 10/13/2020
Bad. Principal yells for NO REASON. Teacher's way too strict won't let my kid go to the bathroom. overall bad.
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