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#975 of 1,823 schools in IN
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Rensselaer Central Primary School
Elementary School · Rensselaer Central School Corp
1144 N Melville St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#975 of 1,823
In Rensselaer
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Rensselaer Central School Corp
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Rensselaer Central Primary School
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About Rensselaer Central Primary School
Rensselaer Central Primary School is a public elementary school in Rensselaer, IN, part of Rensselaer Central School Corp. Rensselaer Central Primary School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rensselaer Central Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #975 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Rensselaer Central Primary School Compares
See how Rensselaer Central Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1144 N Melville St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rensselaer Central Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DeMotte Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Demotte), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Rensselaer Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wheatfield Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Wheatfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rensselaer, see our Rensselaer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47978 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,359
Median Home Value
$180,900
Median Rent
$867/mo
Population
10,097
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
75.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
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| Beiriger Elementary School Griffith, IN | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven, IN | 6.3 |
| Center for Inquiry School 27 Indianapolis, IN | 6.3 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 6.3 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jasper, IN | 6.3 |
| Hendry Park Elementary School Angola, IN | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rensselaer Central Primary School
What grades does Rensselaer Central Primary School serve?
Rensselaer Central Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Rensselaer Central Primary School?
Rensselaer Central Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rensselaer Central Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rensselaer Central Primary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rensselaer Central Primary School rank in IN?
Rensselaer Central Primary School ranks #975 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Rensselaer Central Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rensselaer Central Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rensselaer Central Primary School a charter school?
No, Rensselaer Central Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rensselaer Central Primary School a Title I school?
No, Rensselaer Central Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rensselaer Central Primary School?
53.0% of students at Rensselaer Central Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (219) 866-5441
Resources & Links
District
Rensselaer Central School Corp- District Enrollment
- 1,482
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,732
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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