Below Average
#1590 of 1,823 schools in IN
North Side Elementary School
Elementary School · Randolph Eastern School Corp
905 N Plum St, Union City, IN 47390
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,590 of 1,823
In Union City
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Randolph Eastern School Corp
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North Side Elementary School
Elementary School in Union City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Side Elementary School
North Side Elementary School is a public elementary school in Union City, IN, part of Randolph Eastern School Corp. North Side Elementary School serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,590 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for North Side Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at North Side 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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North Side Elementary School — Students at North Side Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 3.9/10.
How North Side Elementary School Compares
See how North Side Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
905 N Plum St, Union City, IN 47390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Side Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deerfield Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Ridgeville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ansonia Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Ansonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fort Recovery Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Fort Recovery), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,752
Median Home Value
$94,100
Median Rent
$655/mo
Population
5,084
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Side Elementary School
What grades does North Side Elementary School serve?
North Side Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend North Side Elementary School?
North Side Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Side Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Side Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Side Elementary School rank in IN?
North Side Elementary School ranks #1,590 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is North Side Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 North Side Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Side Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Side Elementary School a charter school?
No, North Side Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Side Elementary School a Title I school?
No, North Side Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Side Elementary School?
57.2% of students at North 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Randolph County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (765) 964-6430
Resources & Links
District
Randolph Eastern School Corp- District Enrollment
- 924
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,252
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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