Serving 843 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chapel Glen 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 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chapel Glen Elementary School serves the west part of Indianapolis, covering an approximate area of 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chapel Glen Elementary School's student population of 843 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chapel Glen 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 Chapel Glen Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1580 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)31.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel Glen Elementary School's ranking?
Chapel Glen Elementary School is ranked #1580 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Chapel Glen Elementary School often compared to?
Chapel Glen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapelwood Elementary School, Bridgeport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Chapel Glen Elementary School?
843 students attend Chapel Glen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Chapel Glen Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapel Glen Elementary School?
Chapel Glen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chapel Glen Elementary School offer ?
Chapel Glen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapel Glen Elementary School part of?
Chapel Glen Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Chapel Glen Elementary School located?
Chapel Glen Elementary School is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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