Niemann Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-74% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 80%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students (19-20)
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
3 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(19-20)8%
12%
Black
(19-20)26%
13%
White
(19-20)60%
67%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)6%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
57%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Michigan City Area Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% IN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% IN state average).
How many students attend Niemann Elementary School?
65 students attend Niemann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Niemann Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Niemann Elementary School offer ?
Niemann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Niemann Elementary School part of?
Niemann Elementary School is part of Michigan City Area Schools.
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