Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lew Wallace School 107 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lew Wallace School 107 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lew Wallace School 107's student population of 462 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lew Wallace School 107 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 Lew Wallace School 107 is 0.59, 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
#1530 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
47%
14%
Black
44%
13%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lew Wallace School 107's ranking?
Lew Wallace School 107 is ranked #1530 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lew Wallace School 107 often compared to?
Lew Wallace School 107is often viewed alongside schools like Robert Lee Frost School 106 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lew Wallace School 107?
462 students attend Lew Wallace School 107.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lew Wallace School 107 students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lew Wallace School 107?
Lew Wallace School 107 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lew Wallace School 107 offer ?
Lew Wallace School 107 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lew Wallace School 107 part of?
Lew Wallace School 107 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Lew Wallace School 107 located?
Lew Wallace School 107 is located in the Northwest High School neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest High School.
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