Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clinton Young 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 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clinton Young Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
605 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Clinton Young 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 Clinton Young Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1447 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

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

Hispanic
41%
15%

Black
7%
13%

White
31%
63%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Young Elementary School's ranking?
Clinton Young Elementary School is ranked #1447 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clinton Young Elementary School often compared to?
Clinton Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, Clarence Farrington School 61, Homecroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clinton Young Elementary School?
605 students attend Clinton Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Clinton Young Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Young Elementary School?
Clinton Young Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clinton Young Elementary School offer ?
Clinton Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clinton Young Elementary School part of?
Clinton Young Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Clinton Young Elementary School located?
Clinton Young Elementary School is located in the Carson Square neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Carson Square.
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