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#694 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 38% in state

Prairie View Elementary School

Elementary School · Goshen Community Schools

1730 Regent St, Goshen, IN 46526

Enrollment

418

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Goshen

#9 of 12

public schools

Indiana elementary schools

#445 of 1,047

In district

#7 of 9

Goshen Community Schools

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Prairie View Elementary School

Prairie View Elementary School serves 418 students from prekindergarten through fourth grade in Goshen, Indiana. This regular public school has earned recognition as one of Indiana's top elementary schools, ranking 64th out of 1,831 schools statewide and placing in the 97th percentile with a strong MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. The school maintains a favorable learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9 to 1 across its 35 full-time equivalent teachers.

Academically, Prairie View Elementary demonstrates solid performance with an academic score of 8.3 out of 10, and 57% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics across all grade levels. Prairie View Elementary draws families from the surrounding 46526 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $60,980 and median home values are $180,900. The community shows moderate educational attainment with 26% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains economic stability with a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9% among the area's 33,339 residents.

The school is situated in Goshen, a small city in Elkhart County, providing students with the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere while maintaining access to quality educational resources and academic excellence.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Math vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency42%
Expected (poverty-adj.)32%
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,047

Prairie View Elementary School — Students at Prairie View Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5%
School
State
47.6%
ELA Proficiency 39.1%
School
State
40.7%

Based on 13 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
57%
2025
Math
47.4%
ELA
36.6%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Prairie View Elementary School Compares

See how Prairie View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in IN
Academic
7.7/10
7.7/10
Growth
5.1/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Location

1730 Regent St, Goshen, IN 46526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairie View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 7.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chamberlain Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waterford Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Goshen, see our Goshen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Waterford Elementary School Goshen 0.9 mi 8.5
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Goshen 0.9 mi 8.2
Parkside Elementary School Goshen 2.0 mi 4.8
Goshen High School Goshen 2.5 mi 8.0
New Paris Elementary School New Paris 2.8 mi 6.1
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goshen 2.8 mi 5.8
Goshen Junior High School Goshen 2.6 mi 7.9
Fairfield Jr-Sr High School Goshen 2.9 mi 5.9
Chamberlain Elementary School Goshen 3.4 mi 9.1
West Goshen Elementary School Goshen 3.4 mi 6.4
Benton Elementary School Goshen 3.6 mi 7.5
Goshen Intermediate School Goshen 3.7 mi 7.7
Model Elementary School Goshen 3.9 mi 7.2
HILLSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Goshen 4.8 mi 3.6
CLINTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 5.4 mi 8.3
CROSSING NATIONAL, INC Goshen 6.0 mi 8.3
Jefferson Elementary School Goshen 7.0 mi 9.3
WOODLAWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 5.5 mi 5.6
TIMBER VIEW SCHOOL Millersburg 5.4 mi 4.8
TIMBERVIEW SCHOOL Goshen 5.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,864

Median Home Value

$192,900

Median Rent

$1,061/mo

Population

33,527

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

36.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Prairie View Elementary School has a median household income of $65,864. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $192,900, with a median rent of $1,061/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School East Chicago, IN 6.8
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Allen Elementary School Marion, IN 6.8
Batesville Intermediate School Batesville, IN 6.8
Beiriger Elementary School Griffith, IN 6.8
Caze Elementary School Evansville, IN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairie View Elementary School

What grades does Prairie View Elementary School serve?

Prairie View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Prairie View Elementary School?

Prairie View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairie View Elementary School rank in IN?

Prairie View Elementary School is ranked #694 out of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Prairie View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie View Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Prairie View Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie View Elementary School has 50.5% math proficiency and 39.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Prairie View Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Prairie View Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Prairie View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie View Elementary School?

64.1% of students at Prairie View 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

City Safety
High (2,708/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Goshen). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Elkhart County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Goshen Community Schools
District Enrollment
6,221
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,439
District Rank
#7 of 9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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