Covington Elementary School

Covington Elementary School serves 442 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Covington, Indiana. With 29 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #305 out of 1,831 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 83rd percentile.

This impressive standing reflects the school's 8.3 out of 10 academic score, with 57% of students achieving proficient or above levels in mathematics across all grade levels. Covington Elementary draws families from a stable rural community where the median household income is $63,558 and median home values are $153,200. The surrounding area has a 13% poverty rate and 22% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

Located at 1110 7th Street, the school serves as an educational anchor in Fountain County's close-knit farming community of approximately 5,300 residents, where students benefit from small-town values and strong community connections.

Located in a rural area, Covington Elementary School 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.