Very Good
#255 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 14% in state
Bailly Elementary School
Elementary School · Duneland School Corporation
800 S 5th St, Chesterton, IN 46304
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Chesterton
#7 of 8
public schools
Indiana elementary schools
#179 of 1,047
In district
#9 of 10
Duneland School Corporation
Equity
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Bailly Elementary School
Bailly Elementary School serves 393 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Chesterton, Indiana, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With its impressive 8.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking of 62nd out of 1,831 Indiana schools, Bailly places in the 97th percentile statewide for academic excellence. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.6 to 1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers supporting student learning.
Academic performance is particularly strong, with an outstanding 9.2 out of 10 academic score and 67% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics across all grade levels tested. Bailly Elementary draws families from Porter County's 46304 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $86,263 and median home values average $255,700. The community shows strong educational commitment, with 34% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 9.1% among its 27,204 residents.
This high-achieving elementary school operates as a regular public school in Chesterton's large suburban setting, providing young learners with a solid academic foundation in a well-resourced community environment.
Score Breakdown
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Bailly Elementary School — Students at Bailly Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 13 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Bailly Elementary School Compares
See how Bailly Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 67.09% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 52.53% (2025).
Location
800 S 5th St, Chesterton, IN 46304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bailly Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brummitt Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newton Yost Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Porter), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Valparaiso), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chesterton, see our Chesterton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,551
Median Home Value
$278,300
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
27,402
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
39.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bailly Elementary School has a median household income of $88,551. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $278,300, with a median rent of $1,169/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bloomfield Elementary School Bryant, IN | 7.9 |
| Cedar Hall Community School Evansville, IN | 7.9 |
| Chandler Elementary School Chandler, IN | 7.9 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seymour, IN | 7.9 |
| Fairview Elementary School Richmond, IN | 7.9 |
| Fishers Elementary School Fishers, IN | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bailly Elementary School
What grades does Bailly Elementary School serve?
Bailly Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Bailly Elementary School?
Bailly Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bailly Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bailly Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bailly Elementary School rank in IN?
Bailly Elementary School is ranked #255 out of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Bailly Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bailly Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bailly Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bailly Elementary School has 67.9% math proficiency and 51.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bailly Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bailly Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bailly Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bailly Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bailly Elementary School?
41.5% of students at Bailly Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Porter County
- Phone
- (219) 983-3670
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Duneland School Corporation- District Enrollment
- 5,786
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,779
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
How We Rate Schools
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