Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmel Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Carmel, IN, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the area located about 2.7 miles away.
- 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 700 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmel Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#135 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,743 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
700 students attend Carmel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Carmel Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% 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 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carmel Elementary School offer ?
Carmel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmel Elementary School part of?
Carmel Elementary School is part of Carmel Clay Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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