Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1's student population of 140 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
18%
13%
White
61%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1's ranking?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is ranked #62 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 often compared to?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1is often viewed alongside schools like James A Allison Elementary Sch 3, Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2, Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?
140 students attend Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 offer ?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 part of?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 located?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
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