Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Floro Torrence School 83 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 96% 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: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floro Torrence School 83 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Floro Torrence School 83's student population of 197 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Floro Torrence School 83 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 Floro Torrence School 83 is 0.53, 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
#1631 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
62%
13%
White
4%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floro Torrence School 83's ranking?
Floro Torrence School 83 is ranked #1631 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Floro Torrence School 83?
197 students attend Floro Torrence School 83.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Floro Torrence School 83 students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floro Torrence School 83?
Floro Torrence School 83 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Floro Torrence School 83 offer ?
Floro Torrence School 83 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Floro Torrence School 83 part of?
Floro Torrence School 83 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Floro Torrence School 83 located?
Floro Torrence School 83 is located in the Devon neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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