Serving 682 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carmel Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 95% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Carmel Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
6%
13%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Carmel Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Carmel Elementary School?
682 students attend Carmel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Carmel Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmel Elementary School?
Carmel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carmel Elementary School offer ?
Carmel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmel Elementary School part of?
Carmel Elementary School is part of Carmel Clay Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2020
We became part of the CE family four years ago. This is an awesome school, and the staff is amazing. Everyone is incredibly friendly, professional, and truly cares about the well-being and success of each and every child in the school. The principal, Megan Klinginsmith was named the 2018 Principal of the Year and she has done so much and has been a tremendous leader to make the school what it is today. We love this school and our CE family and could not imagine our kids anywhere else.
2 3/22/2010
I have visited this school and is by far the least freindly of all Carmel Clay Schools. Not professional and seems to be a little behind the rest.
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