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Central Elementary School

2825 Russell St
Portage, IN 46368
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central 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% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 419 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Central Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating, Empowering, and Inspiring Excellence

School Rankings

Central 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 Central 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1344 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25%
39%
30%
41%
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
15%
13%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #1344 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crisman Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
419 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Central Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Portage Township Schools.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 419 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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