Northeastern Elementary School

Northeastern Elementary School serves 592 students in grades PreK through 5th in Fountain City, Indiana, with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4 to 1 across its 41 full-time equivalent teaching staff. The school has earned strong recognition statewide, ranking #286 out of 1,831 Indiana elementary schools and placing in the 84th percentile with a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. Academically, Northeastern Elementary demonstrates notable strength with an 8.0 academic score, reflected in student performance where 53% of students achieve proficiency or above in mathematics across grade levels.

This consistent academic performance positions the school well above average compared to other elementary schools throughout the state. The school draws families from the surrounding 47341 zip code area, a community of approximately 2,300 residents where the median household income reaches $81,701 and median home values sit at $155,300. With 31% of local residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 7.3%, the area reflects a stable, middle-class community that values education.

Located on West Wallace Road in Wayne County, Northeastern Elementary operates in Indiana's rural landscape, providing students with a close-knit school environment while maintaining access to quality educational opportunities in this established farming community.

Located in a rural area, Northeastern Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.