Crisman Elementary School

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Students enjoy the playground at Crisman Elementary School.

Crisman Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

6161 Old Porter Rd, Portage, IN

Portage Township Schools

373 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Scott Hufford

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1

Math Proficiency
40%

Reading Proficiency
39%

B-

Academics

B-

Teachers

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

39%

Math Proficiency

40%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

19:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

11.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Student Progress

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GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female

51.5%

Male

48.5%

White

46.9%

Hispanic

28.7%

Black

16.6%

Two or more races

7.5%

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

4.0 other

10/11/2019

My grandson is in his third year at Crisman. I have been involved with school and classroom activities. I was a substitute teacher for 17 years so have experienced many schools and Crisman does so many things right, though there is room for improvement.

5.0 parent

1/31/2015

Mr. Hufford and the staff at Crisman are the very best! We are so happy that we lucked out and our kids "have" to go here!

5.0 parent

10/13/2014

I am a parent of a 3rd grader at Crisman and my child enjoys a his teacher, class, and school overall. The principal-Mr. Hufford is truly a caring leader at this school and he takes time out to make sure the students needs are met. I love the family feeling I get from the school and I'm glad I chose...

5.0 parent

7/28/2014

I love Crisman. The principal should be cloned. He is very mild mannered and my daughter loves him. She is a very out-going and active. The teachers are great, work to keep you informed on your child's progress and challenges.

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List Price Range

$173K - $496K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$274,588

Median Lot Size

11,325 Sq Ft

% Renters

30%

Household Income

$78,887

% of College Grads

15.9%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,764 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

60.4%

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- 3 Baths
- 1,804 Sq Ft
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- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,500 Sq Ft
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Portage, IN
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- 1,700 Sq Ft
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Portage, IN
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- 911 Sq Ft
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Portage, IN
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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Portage Christian School

Pre-K to 12th
Private

Woodland Park

Basketball
Dog Park
Picnic Area

Countryside Park

Bike Trails
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field

Olson Memorial Park

Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field

Founders Square Park

Trails
Multi-Purpose Field

Imagination Glen Park

Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Fishing

Indiana Dunes National Park

Bike Trails
Trails
Nature Center

Iron Horse Heritage Trail

Bike Trails
Trails

Indiana Dunes National Park

Bike Trails
Camping
Fishing

Frank Gilbert Jr Memorial Park.

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