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William F Loper Elementary School

Elementary School · Shelbyville Central Schools

901 Loper Dr, Shelbyville, IN 46176

Enrollment

640

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,112 of 1,823

In Shelbyville

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Shelbyville Central Schools

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William F Loper Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Shelbyville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William F Loper Elementary School

William F Loper Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shelbyville, IN, part of Shelbyville Central Schools. William F Loper Elementary School serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. William F Loper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,112 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for William F Loper Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,582
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

William F Loper Elementary School — Students at William F Loper Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 62.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 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
82%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
53%
2025
Math
48.3%
ELA
34%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How William F Loper Elementary School Compares

See how William F Loper Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in IN
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

901 Loper Dr, Shelbyville, IN 46176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William F Loper Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brandywine Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hope Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Hope), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelbyville, see our Shelbyville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Golden Bear Preschool Shelbyville 0.6 mi 4.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Shelbyville 0.9 mi 8.1
Excel Center - Shelbyville Shelbyville 1.2 mi 3.0
Coulston Elementary School Shelbyville 1.6 mi 5.0
Shelbyville Sr High School Shelbyville 1.3 mi 6.9
Especially Kidz Health & Rehab Cnt Shelbyville 1.4 mi 3.4
Thomas A Hendricks Elementary Sch Shelbyville 1.4 mi 5.3
Shelbyville Middle School Shelbyville 1.5 mi 4.5
Southwestern Elementary School Shelbyville 6.4 mi 7.5
Southwestern High School Shelbyville 6.5 mi 7.0
Waldron Jr-Sr High School Waldron 6.8 mi 6.2
Waldron Elementary School Waldron 7.0 mi 7.6
Triton Central Middle School Fairland 9.0 mi 6.8
Triton Central High School Fairland 9.0 mi 8.3
Triton Central Elementary School Fairland 9.1 mi 7.6
Morristown Elementary School Morristown 11.7 mi 5.5
Morristown Jr-Sr High School Morristown 11.7 mi 7.5
Hope Elementary School Hope 14.9 mi 8.0
Brandywine Elementary School Greenfield 15.0 mi 8.9
Hauser Jr-Sr High School Hope 15.1 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,045

Median Home Value

$172,400

Median Rent

$962/mo

Population

28,581

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William F Loper Elementary School

What grades does William F Loper Elementary School serve?

William F Loper Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend William F Loper Elementary School?

William F Loper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William F Loper Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William F Loper Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William F Loper Elementary School rank in IN?

William F Loper Elementary School ranks #1,112 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is William F Loper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William F Loper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 William F Loper Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William F Loper Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William F Loper Elementary School a charter school?

No, William F Loper Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William F Loper Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William F Loper Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William F Loper Elementary School?

41.4% of students at William F Loper 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

Shelbyville Central Schools
District Enrollment
3,983
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,582
District Rank
#2 of 7

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