CHRISNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Chrisney Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Spencer County Sch Corp school district, located in Chrisney, IN with about 230 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 16 teachers, Chrisney Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Chrisney Elementary School, located in the small town of Chrisney, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the North Spencer County School Corporation. As a rural community school, it is known for fostering a close-knit environment where staff, students, and families work collaboratively. The school typically focuses on providing a well-rounded elementary education that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and student engagement through classroom activities and local community involvement.

The school is valued for its accessible and supportive atmosphere, which reflects the quiet, residential nature of its location on Church Street. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused curriculum, Chrisney Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while maintaining high standards of academic performance. It remains a central pillar of the Chrisney community, dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for young learners to grow both intellectually and socially.

For more information, contact Chrisney Elementary School at (812) 362-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.