Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mary Feeser 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Feeser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Feeser Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Mary Feeser Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Feeser Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1526 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
10%
13%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mary Feeser Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Feeser Elementary School is ranked #1526 out of 1,763 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mary Feeser Elementary School?
505 students attend Mary Feeser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mary Feeser Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Feeser Elementary School?
Mary Feeser Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Feeser Elementary School offer ?
Mary Feeser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Feeser Elementary School part of?
Mary Feeser Elementary School is part of Elkhart Community Schools School District.
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