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#155 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 8% in state

Mount Tabor Elementary School

Elementary School · New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch

800 Mount Tabor, New Albany, IN 47150

Enrollment

611

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#155 of 1,823

In New Albany

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Mount Tabor Elementary School

8.6/10

Elementary School in New Albany · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mount Tabor Elementary School

Mount Tabor Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Albany, IN, part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch. Mount Tabor Elementary School serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Tabor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Tabor Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Mount Tabor 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,175
Chronic Absenteeism31.6%

Mount Tabor Elementary School — Students at Mount Tabor Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 35 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
59%
2025
Math
66.2%
ELA
50.5%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Mount Tabor Elementary School Compares

See how Mount Tabor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in IN
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

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

800 Mount Tabor, New Albany, IN 47150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Tabor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Floyds Knobs Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Floyds Knobs), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grant Line Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Albany, see our New Albany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL New Albany 0.8 mi 6.4
Fairmont Elementary School New Albany 1.4 mi 6.7
Slate Run Elementary School New Albany 1.4 mi 7.5
Community Montessori New Albany 1.6 mi 6.4
Grant Line Elementary School New Albany 1.8 mi 8.6
Green Valley Elementary School New Albany 1.8 mi 8.0
Hazelwood Middle School New Albany 2.1 mi 5.1
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL New Albany 1.9 mi 8.2
New Albany Senior High School New Albany 2.2 mi 6.4
CA Early Learning Center New Albany 2.5 mi
S Ellen Jones Elementary School New Albany 2.6 mi 4.0
OUR LADY OF PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Clarksville 2.4 mi 6.4
Parkwood Elementary School Clarksville 2.4 mi 4.2
Nathaniel Scribner Middle School New Albany 3.1 mi 5.4
Clarksville Middle School Clarksville 3.3 mi 5.5
Floyds Knobs Elementary School Floyds Knobs 3.1 mi 8.9
Excel Center - Clarksville Clarksville 3.2 mi 2.9
Portland Elementary Louisville 3.9 mi 4.2
ST MARY OF-THE-KNOBS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Floyds Knobs 3.3 mi 5.7
Clarksville Elementary School Clarksville 3.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,212

Median Home Value

$191,800

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

49,606

College Educated

26.5%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

39.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Covington Elementary School Covington, IN 8.6
DeMotte Elementary School Demotte, IN 8.6
Eastern Hancock Elementary School Charlottesville, IN 8.6
Eisenhower Elementary School Warsaw, IN 8.6
Frank H Hammond Elementary School Munster, IN 8.6
Grant Line Elementary School New Albany, IN 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Tabor Elementary School

What grades does Mount Tabor Elementary School serve?

Mount Tabor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Mount Tabor Elementary School?

Mount Tabor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Tabor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Tabor Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Tabor Elementary School rank in IN?

Mount Tabor Elementary School ranks #155 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Mount Tabor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Tabor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Mount Tabor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Tabor Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Tabor Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Tabor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mount Tabor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Tabor Elementary School?

57.6% of students at Mount Tabor 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Floyd County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

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