Redkey Elementary School

Redkey Elementary School serves 254 students in grades PK through 6 in the rural community of Redkey, Indiana. With its impressive 8.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating, the school ranks #67 out of 1,831 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile for academic performance across Indiana. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1 with 24 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

Students demonstrate solid academic achievement, with 57% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics across all grade levels tested. The school's overall academic score of 8.3 out of 10 reflects consistently strong performance. Redkey Elementary draws families from a working-class community where the median household income is $50,045 and median home values average $87,200.

The school serves a diverse socioeconomic population, with 30.1% of area residents living below the poverty line, while 15% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Located on West Main Street in the heart of this small Jay County community of 2,240 residents, Redkey Elementary provides a close-knit educational environment where students can thrive academically while benefiting from the personal connections and community support that characterize rural Indiana schools.

Located in a rural area, Redkey 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.