SOUTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

South Central Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Central Com School Corp school district, located in Union Mills, IN with about 482 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 26 teachers, South Central 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.

South Central Elementary School is located in Union Mills, Indiana, and serves as a key academic institution within the South Central Community School Corporation. Situated in a rural setting, the school provides a foundational education for students in the surrounding area, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive, small-town community atmosphere. It is committed to student growth, personal development, and preparing young learners for their transition into secondary education.

The school is recognized for maintaining a close-knit environment where educators, staff, and families work collaboratively to enhance the student experience. By balancing academic rigor with social-emotional development, South Central Elementary strives to create an inclusive space that encourages curiosity and civic responsibility. As part of a consolidated district, the school plays a central role in the lives of local families, acting as a primary hub for academic and extracurricular engagement in the Union Mills region.

For more information, contact South Central Elementary School at (219) 767-2269 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.