Lynwood Elementary School serves 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lynwood Elementary School's student population of 634 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lynwood Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
27%
13%
White
46%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lynwood Elementary School often compared to?
Lynwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stout Field Elementary School, North Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Lynwood Elementary School?
634 students attend Lynwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lynwood Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynwood Elementary School?
Lynwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lynwood Elementary School offer ?
Lynwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lynwood Elementary School part of?
Lynwood Elementary School is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Lynwood Elementary School located?
Lynwood Elementary School is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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