Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carl Wilde School 79 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Wilde School 79 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carl Wilde School 79's student population of 547 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
Carl Wilde School 79 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 Carl Wilde School 79 is 0.46, which is less 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
#1669 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
71%
15%
Black
18%
13%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Carl Wilde School 79's ranking?
Carl Wilde School 79 is ranked #1669 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Carl Wilde School 79?
547 students attend Carl Wilde School 79.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carl Wilde School 79 students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Wilde School 79?
Carl Wilde School 79 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carl Wilde School 79 offer ?
Carl Wilde School 79 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Wilde School 79 part of?
Carl Wilde School 79 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl Wilde School 79 located?
Carl Wilde School 79 is located in the Eagledale neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other public schools located in Eagledale.
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