Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newburgh Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newburgh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newburgh Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Newburgh Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newburgh Elementary School is 0.31, which is less 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
#51 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Newburgh Elementary School's ranking?
Newburgh Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Newburgh Elementary School often compared to?
Newburgh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John H Castle Elementary School, Sharon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Newburgh Elementary School?
588 students attend Newburgh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Newburgh Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newburgh Elementary School?
Newburgh Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newburgh Elementary School offer ?
Newburgh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newburgh Elementary School part of?
Newburgh Elementary School is part of Warrick County School Corp School District.
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