Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School's student population of 580 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#253 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Douglas Macarthur Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homecroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Douglas Macarthur Elementary School?
580 students attend Douglas Macarthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Douglas Macarthur Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Macarthur Elementary School part of?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Macarthur Elementary School located?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is located in the Linden Wood neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
School Reviews
3 9/29/2021
This school is amazing. Learned lots of things and the diversity was as said. Would really recommend it!
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