Serving 404 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arlington 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 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arlington Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Aim for Excellence
School Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1113 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
26%
13%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Elementary School is ranked #1113 out of 1,743 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?
404 students attend Arlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Arlington Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary School?
Arlington Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?
Arlington Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
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