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#1107 of 1,823 schools in IN
Eastwood Elementary School
Elementary School · New Castle Community School Corp
806 S 22nd St, New Castle, IN 47362
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,107 of 1,823
In New Castle
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
New Castle Community School Corp
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Eastwood Elementary School
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About Eastwood Elementary School
Eastwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Castle, IN, part of New Castle Community School Corp. Eastwood Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,107 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Eastwood Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Eastwood Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Eastwood Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Eastwood Elementary School — Students at Eastwood Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
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: 6.0/10.
How Eastwood Elementary School Compares
See how Eastwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
806 S 22nd St, New Castle, IN 47362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shenandoah Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hagerstown Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Hagerstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parker Elementary School New Castle | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Wilbur Wright Elementary School New Castle | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| AGAPE LEARNING CENTER New Castle | 1.5 mi | — |
| New Castle High School New Castle | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| New Castle Middle School New Castle | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Elem School New Castle | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Westwood Elementary School New Castle | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Blue River Valley Elementary Sch New Castle | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Blue River Valley Jr-Sr High Sch New Castle | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Tri Elementary School Straughn | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Tri Junior-Senior High School Straughn | 6.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Castle | 4.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Cowan Elementary School Muncie | 12.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Cowan High School Muncie | 12.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Shenandoah High School Middletown | 10.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Shenandoah Middle School Middletown | 10.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Shenandoah Elementary School Middletown | 10.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Mays Community Academy Mays | 13.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Hagerstown Jr-Sr High School Hagerstown | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Hagerstown Elementary School Hagerstown | 10.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,564
Median Home Value
$131,800
Median Rent
$792/mo
Population
29,442
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
42.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brush Creek Elementary School North Vernon, IN | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven, IN | 5.9 |
| Central Noble Elementary School Albion, IN | 5.9 |
| DE MOTTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Demotte, IN | 5.9 |
| EMMANUEL-ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 5.9 |
| Eastbrook North Elementary Van Buren, IN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastwood Elementary School
What grades does Eastwood Elementary School serve?
Eastwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Eastwood Elementary School?
Eastwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastwood Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eastwood Elementary School rank in IN?
Eastwood Elementary School ranks #1,107 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Eastwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Eastwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Eastwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastwood Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Eastwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Eastwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eastwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Eastwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eastwood Elementary School?
71.1% of students at Eastwood 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Henry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (765) 521-7205
Resources & Links
District
New Castle Community School Corp- District Enrollment
- 2,949
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,783
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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