Serving 623 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School 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 Central Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#1703 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
14%
Black
66%
13%
White
5%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #1703 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishback Creek Public Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
623 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Elementary School located?
Central Elementary School is located in the Snacks And Guion Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Snacks And Guion Creek.
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