Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George L Myers 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
George L Myers Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Motto
Educating, Empowering, and Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
George L Myers 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 George L Myers Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#930 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
6%
13%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 George L Myers Elementary School's ranking?
George L Myers Elementary School is ranked #930 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are George L Myers Elementary School often compared to?
George L Myers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend George L Myers Elementary School?
332 students attend George L Myers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of George L Myers Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George L Myers Elementary School?
George L Myers Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does George L Myers Elementary School offer ?
George L Myers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George L Myers Elementary School part of?
George L Myers Elementary School is part of Portage Township Schools School District.
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