Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Elementary School Of Communications ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School Of Communications ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Elementary School Of Communications's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
30
School Mascot
Dolphins
School Rankings
South Elementary School Of Communications ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School Of Communications is 0.13, 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
#1140 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School Of Communications's ranking?
South Elementary School Of Communications is ranked #1140 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Elementary School Of Communications often compared to?
South Elementary School Of Communicationsis often viewed alongside schools like Poston Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School Of Communications?
281 students attend South Elementary School Of Communications.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Elementary School Of Communications students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School Of Communications?
South Elementary School Of Communications has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Elementary School Of Communications offer ?
South Elementary School Of Communications offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School Of Communications part of?
South Elementary School Of Communications is part of MSD Martinsville Schools School District.
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