Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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-6
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3's student population of 246 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is 0.73, 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
#231 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
38%
13%
White
28%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 James A Allison Elementary Sch 3's ranking?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is ranked #231 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 often compared to?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3is often viewed alongside schools like Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1, 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend James A Allison Elementary Sch 3?
246 students attend James A Allison Elementary Sch 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 students are Black, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James A Allison Elementary Sch 3?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 offer ?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 part of?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 located?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
School Reviews
3 8/25/2023
this is one of my favorite schools. this school was so fun. I made so many friends and the teachers are friendly. the thing is Speedway School dont have school buses so I would have to walk to school. but my apartment was not far at all. we'd learn a lot of stuff! please sign your kid up for this school immediately.
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