Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jonas E Salk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonas E Salk Elementary School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jonas E Salk 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 Jonas E Salk Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#781 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
58%
14%
White
12%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonas E Salk Elementary School's ranking?
Jonas E Salk Elementary School is ranked #781 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jonas E Salk Elementary School often compared to?
Jonas E Salk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homer Iddings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jonas E Salk Elementary School?
565 students attend Jonas E Salk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jonas E Salk Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonas E Salk Elementary School?
Jonas E Salk Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jonas E Salk Elementary School offer ?
Jonas E Salk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonas E Salk Elementary School part of?
Jonas E Salk Elementary School is part of Merrillville Community School Corp School District.
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