What grades does John Simatovich Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, John Simatovich Elementary School serves students in Valparaiso, IN. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is John Simatovich Elementary School located?

You can find John Simatovich Elementary School in Valparaiso, IN.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Simatovich Elementary School?

At John Simatovich Elementary School, there are approximately 12.5 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Valparaiso, IN?

John Simatovich Elementary School is among the schools serving Valparaiso, IN. The school is part of the local school system.

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John Simatovich Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Valparaiso, Indiana|Union Township School Corp

Valparaiso, IN 46385

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

237

Student:Teacher

12.5:1

Locale

Rural

District

Union Township School Corp

Econ. Disadvantaged

44.3%

Phone

(219)759-2508

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

60-64%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

38 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1

Worse than average in IN

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

240

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

15.5

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

3.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,501

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,945

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,727

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 2%State 54%Local 44%

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

257

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

242

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

79 (33%)

Specific Learning Disability

66 (27%)

Speech/Language Impairment

38 (16%)

Autism

21 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

10 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

9 (4%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

280

Current enrollment

Growing(+19% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

PTO Qpon Fundraiser in Thursday Folders

Event

Tue, Sep 8, 2026

JSE PTO Meeting

Event

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

JSE Books and Bots STEM and Reading Night

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	JSE PTO Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	JSE Books and Bots STEM and Reading Night	Event	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	Simple Qpon Fundraiser Due	Event	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	National Custodian Day	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	JSE Butterbraid Fundraiser in Thursday folders	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	JSE Spooktacular	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Voting Day/ UTSC e-Learning Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	JSE Veteran's Day Program	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	JSE Friendsgiving	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Sun, Dec 20, 2026	UTSC Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	UTSC Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break-Happy Holidays!	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Winter Break-Happy Holidays!	Break	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Fancy Nancy Luncheon	Event	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Mar 4, 2027	Dr. Seuss Night	Event	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	UTSC Spring Break-No School	Break	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Spring Book Fair	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	JSE Fun Fair	Event	—
Sat, May 1, 2027	National Principal's Day	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Staff Appreciation Week	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	National Nurse's Day	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Elem/UTMS Last Student Day End of Tri and 4th Grading Period	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day-No School	Holiday	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	UTSC Board Meeting	Event	—