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#465 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 26% in state

Jane Ball Elementary School

Elementary School · Hanover Community School Corp

13313 Parrish St, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#465 of 1,823

In Cedar Lake

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Hanover Community School Corp

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Jane Ball Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Cedar Lake · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Jane Ball Elementary School

Jane Ball Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cedar Lake, IN, part of Hanover Community School Corp. Jane Ball Elementary School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jane Ball Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Jane Ball Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,685
Chronic Absenteeism6.6%

Jane Ball Elementary School — Students at Jane Ball Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
84%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
62%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Jane Ball Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in IN
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

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

13313 Parrish St, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jane Ball Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Street Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Crown Point), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kolling Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Saint John), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Prairie Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cedar Lake, see our Cedar Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Hanover Central High School Cedar Lake 0.5 mi 6.5
Hanover Central Middle School Cedar Lake 1.5 mi 7.1
Red Cedars Elementary Cedar Lake 1.6 mi 6.8
Douglas MacArthur Elem School Cedar Lake 1.8 mi 7.7
CROWN POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saint John 3.5 mi 6.3
Lincoln Elementary School Cedar Lake 3.5 mi 7.4
Hal E Clark Middle School Saint John 5.1 mi 6.7
ILLIANA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Dyer 4.3 mi 6.8
ILLIANA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Dyer 4.3 mi 6.6
PROTESTANT REFORMED/HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Dyer 4.4 mi 6.3
ST JOHN EVANGELIST SCHOOL Saint John 5.1 mi 6.3
Lake Street Elementary School Crown Point 4.5 mi 8.7
Kolling Elementary School Saint John 5.8 mi 8.2
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Crown Point 4.6 mi 7.9
Lake Prairie Elementary School Lowell 6.1 mi 8.2
Colonel John Wheeler Middle School Crown Point 5.0 mi 6.2
Robert Taft Middle School Crown Point 4.8 mi 6.9
Crown Point High School Crown Point 4.8 mi 7.3
Timothy Ball Elementary School Crown Point 5.3 mi 8.2
Oak Hill Elementary School Lowell 6.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,659

Median Home Value

$271,700

Median Rent

$1,197/mo

Population

16,910

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

82.4%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jane Ball Elementary School

What grades does Jane Ball Elementary School serve?

Jane Ball Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Jane Ball Elementary School?

Jane Ball Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jane Ball Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jane Ball Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jane Ball Elementary School rank in IN?

Jane Ball Elementary School ranks #465 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Jane Ball Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jane Ball Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Jane Ball Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jane Ball Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Jane Ball Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Jane Ball Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

26.1% of students at Jane Ball 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

District

Hanover Community School Corp
District Enrollment
2,797
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,685
District Rank
#1 of 5

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