Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merle J Abbett 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merle J Abbett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Merle J Abbett Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 112% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merle J Abbett 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 Merle J Abbett Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1758 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
43%
14%
Black
38%
13%
White
4%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merle J Abbett Elementary School's ranking?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is ranked #1758 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Merle J Abbett Elementary School often compared to?
Merle J Abbett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John S Irwin Elementary School, Adams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Merle J Abbett Elementary School?
498 students attend Merle J Abbett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Merle J Abbett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merle J Abbett Elementary School?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merle J Abbett Elementary School offer ?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Merle J Abbett Elementary School part of?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Merle J Abbett Elementary School located?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is located in the Pettit Rudisill neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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