Serving 350 students in grades 3-5, Pittsboro 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 79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than 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 Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsboro 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
Pittsboro Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
NWHSC is committed to preparing students to become their BEST.
School Rankings
Pittsboro 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 Pittsboro Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#65 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
83%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Pittsboro Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pittsboro Elementary School often compared to?
Pittsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pittsboro Elementary School?
350 students attend Pittsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pittsboro Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsboro Elementary School?
Pittsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pittsboro Elementary School offer ?
Pittsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsboro Elementary School part of?
Pittsboro Elementary School is part of North West Hendricks Schools.
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