Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William W Borden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
William W Borden Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William W Borden Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William W Borden Elementary 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
#367 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William W Borden Elementary School's ranking?
William W Borden Elementary School is ranked #367 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are William W Borden Elementary School often compared to?
William W Borden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Washington Elementary School, Silver Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend William W Borden Elementary School?
333 students attend William W Borden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of William W Borden Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William W Borden Elementary School?
William W Borden Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William W Borden Elementary School offer ?
William W Borden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William W Borden Elementary School part of?
William W Borden Elementary School is part of Borden-Henryville School Corporation School District.
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