Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Francis W Parker School 56 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 was 10-14% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1625 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
73%
14%
White
9%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis W Parker School 56's ranking?
Francis W Parker School 56 is ranked #1625 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Francis W Parker School 56?
274 students attend Francis W Parker School 56.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Francis W Parker School 56 students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis W Parker School 56?
Francis W Parker School 56 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Francis W Parker School 56 offer ?
Francis W Parker School 56 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis W Parker School 56 part of?
Francis W Parker School 56 is part of Indianapolis Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Francis W Parker School 56 located?
Francis W Parker School 56 is located in the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Martindale Brightwood.
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