FERDINAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Ferdinand Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Southeast Dubois Co Sch Corp school district, located in Ferdinand, IN with about 289 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 15 teachers, Ferdinand Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Ferdinand Elementary School, located at 402 E 8th St in Ferdinand, Indiana, is a public elementary school serving students within the Southeast Dubois County School Corporation. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of strong character. With a focus on foundational education, the school provides a curriculum designed to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors while promoting values of responsibility and community engagement.
The school is well-regarded for its small-town atmosphere, which allows for close collaboration between dedicated educators, students, and families. By maintaining a student-centered approach, Ferdinand Elementary strives to meet the diverse needs of its learners through active instruction and a variety of extracurricular opportunities. Serving as a vital hub for young families in Ferdinand, the school remains committed to maintaining high standards of excellence and ensuring that every student has the resources and encouragement necessary to thrive during their formative years.
For more information, contact Ferdinand Elementary School at (812) 817-0900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ferdinand, IN 47532-9234
(812) 817-0900
FERDINAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Ferdinand, IN with about 289 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Southeast Dubois Co Sch Corp
- Total Students:
- 289
- Teachers:
- 15
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 289 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FERDINAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 93.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.