Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merle J Abbett 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merle J Abbett Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Wayne, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merle J Abbett Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merle J Abbett 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 Merle J Abbett Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1741 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merle J Abbett Elementary School's ranking?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is ranked #1741 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Merle J Abbett Elementary School often compared to?
Merle J Abbett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, John S Irwin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Merle J Abbett Elementary School?
467 students attend Merle J Abbett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Merle J Abbett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merle J Abbett Elementary School?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merle J Abbett Elementary School offer ?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merle J Abbett Elementary School part of?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Merle J Abbett Elementary School located?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is located in the Pettit Rudisill neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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