What grades does Banneker Elementary at Marquette serve?

As a Primary school, Banneker Elementary at Marquette serves students in Gary, IN. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Banneker Elementary at Marquette located?

You can find Banneker Elementary at Marquette in Gary, IN.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Banneker Elementary at Marquette?

At Banneker Elementary at Marquette, there are approximately 16.2 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Gary, IN?

Banneker Elementary at Marquette is among the schools serving Gary, IN. The school is part of the local school system.

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Banneker Elementary at Marquette — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: How many students attend Banneker Elementary at Marquette?

Enrollment at Banneker Elementary at Marquette stands at 276 students. The school is a Primary institution in the local district.

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Gary, IN 46403

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

276

Student:Teacher

16.2:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Gary Community School Corp

Econ. Disadvantaged

69.9%

Phone

(219)321-8545

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

10-14%

Math Proficiency

<=5%

Chronic Absenteeism

81.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

41 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.6:1

Near average in IN

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

461

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

95% fully certified

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$27,740

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,823

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$30,740

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 39%State 39%Local 22%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$338,685

+4.0% 1yr+32.7% 5yr

Chicago, IL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.0%

Below 150% poverty line

7.0%

Unemployment rate

6.8%

Uninsured residents

10.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

898

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

815

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

166 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

146 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

136 (17%)

Speech/Language Impairment

124 (15%)

Autism

108 (13%)

Emotional Disturbance

50 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

293

Current enrollment

Declining(-38% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 23, 2026

Fall Break (No School)

Break

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Fall Break (No School)

Break

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

Holiday Help Fair

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Gary Community School Corp. Banneker Elementary at Marquette follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	LABOR DAY (HOLIDAY) - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Full Day for staff with PM Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Staff full day with PM Professional Dev. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Synchronous E-Learning (Parent/Teacher Conf)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Holiday Help FairDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—