Argos Community Elementary

Argos Community Elementary is a regular public elementary school nestled in the heart of Argos, Indiana. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school houses 350 young learners and employs 16 full-time equivalent teachers. With a student-teacher ratio of 21.9:1, Argos Community Elementary offers personalized attention to help each child grow.

While the school's MySchoolScout rating stands at 3.6 out of 10 and its academic score is 3.9 out of 10, placing it in the lower ranks among Indiana schools (1726th out of 1831), Argos Community Elementary focuses on nurturing student development beyond just test scores. In ELA/Reading, 33% of students are proficient or above, and in Math, 39% meet proficiency standards. However, the school is working to improve its Science performance where currently no students are meeting proficiency benchmarks.

Situated in a rural area, Argos Community Elementary benefits from a close-knit community that values education and works together to support the school's mission of fostering well-rounded learners.

The student-teacher ratio at Argos Community Elementary is 21.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Argos Community Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.