Serving 426 students in grades 3-6, Elwood Intermediate 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 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elwood Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elwood Intermediate School's student population of 426 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
EMPOWERING OUR FUTURE ONE CHILD AT A TIME
School Rankings
Elwood Intermediate 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 Elwood Intermediate School is 0.28, 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
#1401 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Elwood Intermediate School's ranking?
Elwood Intermediate School is ranked #1401 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Elwood Intermediate School often compared to?
Elwood Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tipton Elementary School, Alexandria Monroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Elwood Intermediate School?
426 students attend Elwood Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elwood Intermediate School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elwood Intermediate School?
Elwood Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elwood Intermediate School offer ?
Elwood Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elwood Intermediate School part of?
Elwood Intermediate School is part of Elwood Community School Corporation School District.
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