Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Lasalle Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lasalle Academy's student population of 457 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lasalle Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasalle Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
25%
13%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Academy's ranking?
Lasalle Academy is ranked #507 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lasalle Academy often compared to?
Lasalle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Traditional School, Dickinson Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Academy?
457 students attend Lasalle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lasalle Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle Academy?
Lasalle Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lasalle Academy offer ?
Lasalle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lasalle Academy part of?
Lasalle Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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