Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Wilbur Haley 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 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
J Wilbur Haley 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 J Wilbur Haley Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1432 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
29%
13%
White
34%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 J Wilbur Haley Elementary School's ranking?
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School is ranked #1432 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are J Wilbur Haley Elementary School often compared to?
J Wilbur Haley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred H Croninger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend J Wilbur Haley Elementary School?
560 students attend J Wilbur Haley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of J Wilbur Haley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Wilbur Haley Elementary School?
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does J Wilbur Haley Elementary School offer ?
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J Wilbur Haley Elementary School part of?
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
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