Below Average
#1469 of 1,823 schools in IN
West Newton Elementary School
Elementary School · Msd Decatur Township · West Newton, IN
A Msd Decatur Township elementary school where students score 4 points above what's typical for similar communities.
7529 Mooresville Rd, West Newton, IN 46183
- Math 31% vs IN 45% (2025)
- Reading 27% vs IN 41% (2025)
- 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at West Newton Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
2025 ILEARN proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. IN average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency is down 53 points across the 17-year record (2009–2025) and has held near 29% recently.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 51% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 51% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 40 test records from IN state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
75.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where West Newton Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Transit 0Minimal Transit
- Bike 35Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
College educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty rate
0%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 46183; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damar Charter AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.4 | K–12 | 2.5 mi | 179 | Compare → |
| Blue AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | K–6 | 2.6 mi | 683 | Compare → |
| Gold AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 4.6 | K–6 | 2.6 mi | 534 | Compare → |
| Valley Mills Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.1 | K–6 | 2.6 mi | 581 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Msd Decatur Township
- Schools in district
- 10
- Rank in district
- #3 of 8
- District spending per student
- $12,193NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 19.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
West Newton Elementary School is listed in MSD Decatur Township; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About West Newton Elementary School
West Newton Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Newton, IN, part of Msd Decatur Township, serving approximately 565 students in grades Kindergarten-6th with a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,469 of 1,823 schools in IN. State assessment records show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about West Newton Elementary School
What grades does West Newton Elementary School serve?
West Newton Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend West Newton Elementary School?
West Newton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Newton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Newton Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Newton Elementary School rank in IN?
West Newton Elementary School ranks #1,469 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is West Newton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Newton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 West Newton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Newton Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Newton Elementary School a charter school?
No, West Newton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Newton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, West Newton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Newton Elementary School?
75.9% of students at West Newton 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (317) 856-5237
- Area population (ZIP 46183)
- 41
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ILEARN · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ILEARN. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ILEARN · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ILEARN. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 46183; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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