Blair Pointe Upper Elementary
552 Students
Elementary School 3rd - 6th
School Overview
Blair Pointe Upper Elementary, located in Peru, Indiana, serves as a key educational transition point within the Peru Community Schools district. Typically housing students in the upper elementary grades (often grades 4 and 5), the school focuses on bridging the gap between primary foundational learning and the more departmentalized structure of middle school. The facility is designed to foster a supportive learning environment where students begin to develop greater academic independence and personal responsibility, supported by a faculty dedicated to meeting the specific developmental needs of pre-adolescent learners.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Blair Pointe emphasizes community and student engagement to help children navigate the social and emotional milestones of their age group. The school integrates technology and collaborative projects to prepare students for future success, while maintaining a focus on the core values of the Peru community. By providing a structured yet nurturing atmosphere, Blair Pointe aims to ensure that students are well-prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond, fostering both intellectual growth and character development.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Blair Pointe emphasizes community and student engagement to help children navigate the social and emotional milestones of their age group. The school integrates technology and collaborative projects to prepare students for future success, while maintaining a focus on the core values of the Peru community. By providing a structured yet nurturing atmosphere, Blair Pointe aims to ensure that students are well-prepared for the challenges of middle school and beyond, fostering both intellectual growth and character development.
552
Total Students
33.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 462 |
| Hispanic | 21 |
| Black | 15 |
| Two or More | 50 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White462 (83.7 %)
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Two or More50 (9.1 %)
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Hispanic21 (3.8 %)
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Black15 (2.7 %)
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American Indian4 (0.7 %)
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: | Peru Community Schools |
| Phone: | (765)473-4741 |
| Grade Range: | 3rd - 6th |
| Total Students: | 552 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 301 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Grade 2
1
Grade 3
157
Grade 4
126
Grade 5
146
Grade 6
122
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 2 | 1 |
| Grade 3 | 157 |
| Grade 4 | 126 |
| Grade 5 | 146 |
| Grade 6 | 122 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 258 | 46.7% |
| Male | 294 | 53.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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