Serving 605 students in grades 5-6, New Palestine Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Palestine Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Palestine Intermediate School's student population of 605 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
New Palestine Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Palestine Intermediate School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New Palestine Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Palestine Intermediate School's ranking?
New Palestine Intermediate School is ranked #268 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Palestine Intermediate School?
605 students attend New Palestine Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New Palestine Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Palestine Intermediate School?
New Palestine Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Palestine Intermediate School offer ?
New Palestine Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Palestine Intermediate School part of?
New Palestine Intermediate School is part of New Palestine Community Schools.
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