South Gibson School Corporation School District
School District · Fort Branch, Indiana
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
4
3 elem, 1 high
Enrollment
2,142
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
4
3 elem, 1 high
Enrollment
2,142
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
How this district compares
Indiana rank
#59 of 292
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Indiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,705
+$343 vs Indiana median
District size
2,142 students
Larger than Indiana median
The short answer
South Gibson School Corporation ranks #59 of 292 Indiana districts by overall school rating. South Gibson School Corporation's schools with real test data average 7.1/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Haubstadt Community School (8.4/10), Owensville Community School (7.3/10), and Fort Branch Community School (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among South Gibson School Corporation schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in South Gibson School Corporation
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haubstadt Community School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Owensville Community School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Fort Branch Community School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Gibson Southern High School | 5.8 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Gibson School Corporation
South Gibson School Corporation is a Fort Branch, Indiana school district serving 4 schools.The district educates 2,142 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1. District-level spending was $12,705 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 7.1/10, South Gibson School Corporation is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Haubstadt Community School, which has a composite score of 8.4/10.
In standardized testing, South Gibson School Corporation students show an average math proficiency of 59.8% and ELA proficiency of 59.1%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Gibson School Corporation, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Gibson School Corporation with test data.
Schools in South Gibson School Corporation
4 schoolsElementary Schools3
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Indiana
- City
- Fort Branch
- Total Enrollment
- 2,142
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- District spending per student
- $12,705NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 6.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Gibson School Corporation?
South Gibson School Corporation has 4 schools in total — 3 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Gibson School Corporation?
The average composite rating for South Gibson School Corporation is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in South Gibson School Corporation?
South Gibson School Corporation's district-level spending was $12,705 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Gibson School Corporation?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Gibson School Corporation is 17.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Gibson School Corporation?
Haubstadt Community School is the highest-rated school in South Gibson School Corporation with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What are the test scores in South Gibson School Corporation?
Across schools in South Gibson School Corporation with test data, the average math proficiency is 59.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Gibson School Corporation compare to other districts in Indiana?
South Gibson School Corporation has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Indiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 59.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.1%
How we rate schools
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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