Serving 727 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Garden City 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 11% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garden City Elementary School serves the east part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garden City Elementary School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Garden City 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 Garden City Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1655 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
55%
15%
Black
32%
14%
White
11%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden City Elementary School's ranking?
Garden City Elementary School is ranked #1655 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Garden City Elementary School often compared to?
Garden City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rhoades 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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Garden City Elementary School?
727 students attend Garden City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Garden City Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden City Elementary School?
Garden City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garden City Elementary School offer ?
Garden City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden City Elementary School part of?
Garden City Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden City Elementary School located?
Garden City Elementary School is located in the Wayne neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Wayne.
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