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#773 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 42% in state

Poston Road Elementary School

Elementary School · MSD Martinsville Schools

139 E Poston Rd, Martinsville, IN 46151

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#773 of 1,823

In Martinsville

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

MSD Martinsville Schools

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Poston Road Elementary School

6.8/10

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

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6.5/10

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About Poston Road Elementary School

Poston Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Martinsville, IN, part of MSD Martinsville Schools. Poston Road Elementary School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Poston Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Poston Road Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.2% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,558
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Poston Road Elementary School — Students at Poston Road Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
67%
2025
Math
36.5%
ELA
27.6%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Poston Road Elementary School Compares

See how Poston Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in IN
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

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

139 E Poston Rd, Martinsville, IN 46151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Poston Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unionville Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Helmsburg Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Morgantown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Green Township Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 7.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Martinsville, see our Martinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.8 mi
School Distance Rating
John R. Wooden Middle School Martinsville 0.5 mi 6.5
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martinsville 0.7 mi 5.4
South Elementary School of Communications Martinsville 0.8 mi 5.6
Martinsville High School Martinsville 0.9 mi 5.6
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy Martinsville 1.1 mi 5.5
Bell Intermediate Academy Martinsville 1.1 mi 5.6
Centerton Elementary School Martinsville 7.2 mi 8.0
Green Township Elementary School Martinsville 7.1 mi 8.2
Brooklyn STEM Academy Brooklyn 9.4 mi 6.6
Paragon Elementary School Paragon 7.6 mi 7.8
Monrovia Elementary School Monrovia 11.4 mi 5.3
Monrovia High School Monrovia 11.5 mi 5.6
Monrovia Middle School Monrovia 11.6 mi 5.5
Unionville Elementary School Unionville 12.7 mi 9.5
Helmsburg Elementary School Morgantown 12.2 mi 9.0
MOORESVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mooresville 13.3 mi 6.6
Neil Armstrong Elementary School Mooresville 13.7 mi 6.1
Newby Memorial Elementary School Mooresville 14.1 mi 5.8
Paul Hadley Middle School Mooresville 14.4 mi 5.1
Waverly Elementary School Martinsville 12.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,724

Median Home Value

$219,400

Median Rent

$978/mo

Population

32,339

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Poston Road Elementary School

What grades does Poston Road Elementary School serve?

Poston Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Poston Road Elementary School?

Poston Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Poston Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Poston Road Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Poston Road Elementary School rank in IN?

Poston Road Elementary School ranks #773 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Poston Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Poston Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Poston Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Poston Road Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Poston Road Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Poston Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Poston Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Poston Road Elementary School?

65.4% of students at Poston Road 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Morgan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

District

MSD Martinsville Schools
District Enrollment
4,081
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,558
District Rank
#4 of 10

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