Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Lane Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Media, PA, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Lane Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Lane Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Lane Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Indian Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Indian Lane Elementary School?
470 students attend Indian Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Indian Lane Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Lane Elementary School?
Indian Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Lane Elementary School offer ?
Indian Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Lane Elementary School part of?
Indian Lane Elementary School is part of Rose Tree Media School District.
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