Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mcclelland 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcclelland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcclelland Elementary School's student population of 725 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Mascot
Bear
School Rankings
Mcclelland 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 Mcclelland Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1117 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
15%
Black
31%
13%
White
23%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcclelland Elementary School's ranking?
Mcclelland Elementary School is ranked #1117 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mcclelland Elementary School often compared to?
Mcclelland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood Elementary School, Rhoades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mcclelland Elementary School?
725 students attend Mcclelland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mcclelland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcclelland Elementary School?
Mcclelland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcclelland Elementary School offer ?
Mcclelland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcclelland Elementary School part of?
Mcclelland Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcclelland Elementary School located?
Mcclelland Elementary School is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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