What grades does Handley Elementary School serve?

Handley Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in LaPorte, IN. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Handley Elementary School located?

Handley Elementary School is located at LaPorte, IN in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Handley Elementary School?

Handley Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1.

What schools are in LaPorte, IN?

LaPorte, IN is served by the local school district. Handley Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Handley Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|LaPorte, Indiana|LaPorte Community School Corp

LaPorte, IN 46350

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School Profile

Grades

PK–4

Enrollment

377

Student:Teacher

16.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

LaPorte Community School Corp

Econ. Disadvantaged

72.9%

Phone

(219)362-2561

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

35-39%

Chronic Absenteeism

15.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

13 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.2:1

Near average in IN

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

325

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

96% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,549

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,657

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,039

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 55%Local 30%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$246,911

+3.7% 1yr+42.7% 5yr

Michigan City, IN metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.4%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

6.2%

Uninsured residents

10.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

1,320

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,202

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

316 (26%)

Other Health Impairment

236 (20%)

Speech/Language Impairment

193 (16%)

Autism

164 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

88 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

79 (7%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

366

Current enrollment

Growing(+11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Jul 24, 2026

Senior Parking Lot Painting

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Fri, Jul 31, 2026

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Fri, Jul 31, 2026

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School	Event	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Early Release	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Wellness Week	Event	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Fall Book Fair	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Fall Picture Day	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Fall Picture Days--Seniors	Event	—
Sun, Oct 4, 2026	Fire Prevention Week	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Early Release	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Fall Retake Day--Freshman\, Sophomores\, and Juniors	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Red Ribbon Week	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Early Release	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	Fall Picture Retakes/Activity Candids/Staff Picture	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Colgate Van	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Colgate Van	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	No School	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Early Release	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Early Release	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Riley Week	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Early Release	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School - Snow Make Up Day	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - Snow Make Up Day	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Candid/Club Yearbook Pictures	Event	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early Release	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School - Good Friday	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	No School - Spring Break	Break	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	Early Release	half_day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation Week	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Last Student Day	Event	—