Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arlington Woods School 99 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Woods School 99 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arlington Woods School 99's student population of 313 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 89% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
313 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Arlington Woods School 99 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Woods School 99 is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1732 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
15%

Black
61%
13%

White
4%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Woods School 99's ranking?
Arlington Woods School 99 is ranked #1732 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Arlington Woods School 99 often compared to?
Arlington Woods School 99is often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver School 87, William Mckinley School 39 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Arlington Woods School 99?
313 students attend Arlington Woods School 99.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Arlington Woods School 99 students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Arlington Woods School 99 offer ?
Arlington Woods School 99 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Arlington Woods School 99 part of?
Arlington Woods School 99 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Woods School 99 located?
Arlington Woods School 99 is located in the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Martindale Brightwood.
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