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Bright Elementary School

Elementary School · Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp

22593 State Line Rd, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#945 of 1,823

In Lawrenceburg

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Bright Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Lawrenceburg · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Bright Elementary School

Bright Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lawrenceburg, IN, part of Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp. Bright Elementary School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Bright Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,151
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Bright Elementary School — Students at Bright Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
49%
2025
Math
49.2%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Bright Elementary School Compares

See how Bright Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in IN
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

22593 State Line Rd, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bright Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thornwilde Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Hebron), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Dearborn Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby West Harrison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crosby Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Harrison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrenceburg, see our Lawrenceburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Harrison Elementary School Harrison 4.5 mi 6.8
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Harrison 4.6 mi 4.7
COUNTRY HILLS MONTESSORI Harrison 4.1 mi
William Henry Harrison High School Harrison 5.3 mi 5.2
Miami Whitewater Elementary School Harrison 5.4 mi 7.5
Harrison Middle School Harrison 5.5 mi 5.8
Taylor High School Cleves 5.0 mi 5.8
Three Rivers Elementary Cleves 5.0 mi 7.2
Taylor Middle School Cleves 5.0 mi 7.8
Lawrenceburg Primary School Lawrenceburg 6.8 mi 6.7
Lawrenceburg High School Lawrenceburg 6.9 mi 6.0
Greendale Middle School Lawrenceburg 6.9 mi 6.0
Central Elementary School Lawrenceburg 7.1 mi 7.6
ST LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lawrenceburg 7.1 mi 8.1
MT. HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrison 7.0 mi
North Pointe Elementary School Hebron 7.9 mi 7.8
North Dearborn Elementary School West Harrison 8.0 mi 8.3
Thornwilde Elementary School Hebron 8.8 mi 9.0
Crosby Elementary School Harrison 8.3 mi 8.2
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora 10.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,986

Median Home Value

$231,000

Median Rent

$773/mo

Population

23,713

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bright Elementary School

What grades does Bright Elementary School serve?

Bright Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bright Elementary School?

Bright Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bright Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bright Elementary School rank in IN?

Bright Elementary School ranks #945 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Bright Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bright Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bright Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bright Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bright Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bright Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bright Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bright Elementary School?

19.9% of students at Bright 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Dearborn County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp
District Enrollment
3,762
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,151
District Rank
#5 of 5

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