John I Meister Elementary School
346 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
John I. Meister Elementary School is a public school located in Hobart, Indiana, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the School City of Hobart district. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, Meister Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond through a structured curriculum and active student engagement.
Beyond its core academic instruction, John I. Meister Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the integration of technology in the classroom to enhance the educational experience. The school frequently engages parents and local stakeholders to ensure a collaborative approach to student growth, often highlighting its mission to develop "responsible, productive citizens." With its location on Jay Street, the school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, providing various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to help every child reach their full potential within the Hobart school system.
Beyond its core academic instruction, John I. Meister Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the integration of technology in the classroom to enhance the educational experience. The school frequently engages parents and local stakeholders to ensure a collaborative approach to student growth, often highlighting its mission to develop "responsible, productive citizens." With its location on Jay Street, the school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, providing various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to help every child reach their full potential within the Hobart school system.
346
Total Students
24.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 121 |
| Hispanic | 158 |
| Black | 30 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 34 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic158 (45.7 %)
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White121 (35.0 %)
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Two or More34 (9.8 %)
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Black30 (8.7 %)
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Asian2 (0.6 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | River Forest Community Sch Corp |
| Phone: | (219)962-1103 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 346 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 255 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
50
Grade 1
60
Grade 2
78
Grade 3
53
Grade 4
56
Grade 5
49
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 50 |
| Grade 1 | 60 |
| Grade 2 | 78 |
| Grade 3 | 53 |
| Grade 4 | 56 |
| Grade 5 | 49 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 166 | 48% |
| Male | 180 | 52% |
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