Below Average
#1562 of 1,823 schools in IN
George L Myers Elementary School
Elementary School · Portage Township Schools
3100 Willowdale, Portage, IN 46368
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,562 of 1,823
In Portage
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Portage Township Schools
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George L Myers Elementary School
Elementary School in Portage · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About George L Myers Elementary School
George L Myers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portage, IN, part of Portage Township Schools. George L Myers Elementary School serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. George L Myers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,562 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for George L Myers Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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George L Myers Elementary School — Students at George L Myers Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
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: 3.7/10.
How George L Myers Elementary School Compares
See how George L Myers Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3100 Willowdale, Portage, IN 46368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George L Myers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Hobart), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hobart), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Fegely Middle School Portage | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Central Elementary School Portage | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Neighbors' New Vistas High School Portage | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE Portage | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Portage | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Willowcreek Middle School Portage | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Virgil I Bailey Elementary School Lake Station | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Rowena Kyle Elementary School Portage | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Portage High School Portage | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Crisman Elementary School Portage | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr HS Lake Station | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Liberty Elementary School Hobart | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Hobart High School Hobart | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| John I Meister Elementary School Hobart | 2.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Charter School of the Dunes Gary | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hobart | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Valparaiso | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Ethel R Jones Elementary School Portage | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Gary Middle School Gary | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| South Haven Elementary School Valparaiso | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,638
Median Home Value
$213,500
Median Rent
$1,140/mo
Population
40,237
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Butler Elementary School Butler, IN | 4.3 |
| Dollens Elementary Oolitic, IN | 4.3 |
| Marshall Traditional School South Bend, IN | 4.3 |
| North Side Elementary School Kendallville, IN | 4.3 |
| Bristol Elementary School Bristol, IN | 4.2 |
| Brookside School 54 Indianapolis, IN | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George L Myers Elementary School
What grades does George L Myers Elementary School serve?
George L Myers Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend George L Myers Elementary School?
George L Myers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George L Myers Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at George L Myers Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George L Myers Elementary School rank in IN?
George L Myers Elementary School ranks #1,562 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is George L Myers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
George L Myers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 George L Myers Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George L Myers Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is George L Myers Elementary School a charter school?
No, George L Myers Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George L Myers Elementary School a Title I school?
No, George L Myers Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Porter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (219) 763-8035
Resources & Links
District
Portage Township Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,588
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,458
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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