What grades does Paul Saylor Elementary School serve?

Paul Saylor Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Valparaiso area.

Where is Paul Saylor Elementary School located?

Paul Saylor Elementary School is a urban school in Valparaiso, IN.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul Saylor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Paul Saylor Elementary School is 15.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Valparaiso, IN?

Schools in Valparaiso include Paul Saylor Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Valparaiso area.

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Paul Saylor Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Valparaiso, Indiana|Portage Township Schools

Valparaiso, IN 46383

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Tue

National IT Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Sat

HR Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Teacher Records Day - No SchoolStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Fall Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Parent/Teacher Conferences - E-Learning DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Students will learn independently from home. Teachers will provide instructions for accessing classwork for the day. Read more

Nov

Wed

National Education Support Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

283

Student:Teacher

15.7:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Portage Township Schools

Phone

(219)763-8040

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

35-39%

Chronic Absenteeism

12.0%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

311

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,458

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,700

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,978

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 65%Local 24%

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)

15.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.3%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

1,431

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,342

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

444 (33%)

Other Health Impairment

288 (21%)

Autism

201 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

143 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

84 (6%)

Intellectual Disability

59 (4%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

274

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

National IT Professionals Day

Staff Day

Sat, Sep 26, 2026

HR Professionals Day

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Teacher Records Day - No School

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Portage Township Schools. Paul Saylor Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	National IT Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	HR Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Teacher Records Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Fall Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences - E-Learning DayDistrict-wide Students will learn independently from home. Teachers will provide instructions for accessing classwork for the day. Read more	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	National Education Support Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Holiday Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Records Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	National Paraprofessional Appreciation DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	April Break - No schoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	National Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Teacher Records DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - All PTS Schools & Offices are ClosedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—