Serving 529 students in grades 3-6, East Jay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jay Elementary School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Jay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jay Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#653 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
83%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jay Elementary School's ranking?
East Jay Elementary School is ranked #653 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend East Jay Elementary School?
529 students attend East Jay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Jay Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Jay Elementary School?
East Jay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Jay Elementary School offer ?
East Jay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jay Elementary School part of?
East Jay Elementary School is part of Jay School Corporation School District.
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