SPRUNICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sprunica Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Brown County School Corporation school district, located in Nineveh, IN with about 322 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Sprunica Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sprunica Elementary School, located in the rural community of Nineveh, Indiana, is a primary educational institution within the Brown County School Corporation. Nestled in a wooded, scenic setting, the school serves as a focal point for local families, emphasizing a close-knit environment where staff and students focus on foundational academic skills and character development. As a smaller school, it is known for fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages individualized attention and a strong sense of community engagement between parents, teachers, and the surrounding Nineveh area.

Academically, the school follows the curriculum standards set by the state of Indiana, aiming to prepare students for their transition to the middle school level. Beyond core classroom instruction, Sprunica Elementary often integrates its unique natural surroundings into the student experience, encouraging outdoor exploration and place-based learning. By prioritizing both rigorous educational goals and a nurturing social environment, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning in its students while maintaining the small-town values characteristic of Brown County.

For more information, contact Sprunica Elementary School at (812) 988-6625 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.