Needs Improvement
#1623 of 1,823 schools in IN
East Side Elementary School
Elementary School · Edinburgh Community School Corp
810 E Main Cross St, Edinburgh, IN 46124
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,623 of 1,823
In Edinburgh
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Edinburgh Community School Corp
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East Side Elementary School
Elementary School in Edinburgh · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Side Elementary School
East Side Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edinburgh, IN, part of Edinburgh Community School Corp. East Side Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. East Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,623 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for East Side Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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East Side Elementary School — Students at East Side Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.1/10.
How East Side Elementary School Compares
See how East Side Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
810 E Main Cross St, Edinburgh, IN 46124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Side Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CSA Lincoln Campus (rated 8.5/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkside Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edinburgh, see our Edinburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Comm Middle School Edinburgh | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Edinburgh Community High School Edinburgh | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Taylorsville Elementary School Taylorsville | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Parkside Elementary School Columbus | 8.3 mi | 7.8 |
| KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER #300570 Columbus | 8.5 mi | — |
| ST BARTHOLOMEW SCHOOL Columbus | 9.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Lillian Schmitt Elementary School Columbus | 9.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Northside Middle School Columbus | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Southwestern High School Shelbyville | 8.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Southwestern Elementary School Shelbyville | 8.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Columbus North High School Columbus | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH STAR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbus | 9.9 mi | — |
| W D Richards Elementary School Columbus | 9.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Richard L Johnson Early Educ Cntr Columbus | 10.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Webb Elementary School Franklin | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Needham Elementary School Franklin | 10.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Central Middle School Columbus | 10.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CSA Lincoln Campus Columbus | 10.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 10.8 mi | 6.4 |
| L F Smith Elementary Columbus | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,926
Median Home Value
$184,200
Median Rent
$798/mo
Population
7,638
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
39.8
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| Adams Elementary School Fort Wayne, IN | 3.9 |
| East Chicago Lighthouse East Chicago, IN | 3.9 |
| Mary Beck Elementary School Elkhart, IN | 3.9 |
| New Augusta Public Academy - South Indianapolis, IN | 3.9 |
| Tecumseh-Harrison Elementary Sch Vincennes, IN | 3.9 |
| College Park Elementary School Indianapolis, IN | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Side Elementary School
What grades does East Side Elementary School serve?
East Side Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East Side Elementary School?
East Side Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Side Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Side Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Side Elementary School rank in IN?
East Side Elementary School ranks #1,623 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is East Side Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 East Side Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Side Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Side Elementary School a charter school?
No, East Side Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Side Elementary School a Title I school?
No, East Side Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Side Elementary School?
64.1% of students at East Side 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (812) 526-9771
Resources & Links
District
Edinburgh Community School Corp- District Enrollment
- 827
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,185
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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