Clearwater Elementary School

3575 E 79th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clearwater Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 712 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50% in IN
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clearwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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School Overview

Clearwater Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
712 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings

Clearwater Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearwater Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#618 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
47%
36%
44%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
11%
14%
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Black
34%
13%
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White
45%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clearwater Elementary School's ranking?
Clearwater Elementary School is ranked #618 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clearwater Elementary School often compared to?
Clearwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allisonville Elementary School, Cold Spring School, Willow Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Clearwater Elementary School?
712 students attend Clearwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Clearwater Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clearwater Elementary School?
Clearwater Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clearwater Elementary School offer ?
Clearwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clearwater Elementary School part of?
Clearwater Elementary School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Clearwater Elementary School located?
Clearwater Elementary School is located in the Clearwater neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Clearwater.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 712 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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