Serving 778 students in grades 1-6, Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School serves the northwest part of Indianapolis, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School's student population of 778 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mary Evelyn Castle 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 Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#963 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
39%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School is ranked #963 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School?
778 students attend Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School?
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School offer ?
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School part of?
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School located?
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School is located in the Yorkshire neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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