Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ferdinand 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferdinand 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
Community Size
School Overview
Ferdinand Elementary School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Achieve
School Rankings
Ferdinand Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferdinand Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#38 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
4%
15%
White
94%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rangers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferdinand Elementary School's ranking?
Ferdinand Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Ferdinand Elementary School often compared to?
Ferdinand Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntingburg Elementary School, Holland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Ferdinand Elementary School?
272 students attend Ferdinand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ferdinand Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferdinand Elementary School?
Ferdinand Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ferdinand Elementary School offer ?
Ferdinand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferdinand Elementary School part of?
Ferdinand Elementary School is part of Southeast Dubois Co Sch Corp School District.
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