Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nora 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 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nora Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nora Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Many Families, One Nora
School Rankings
Nora 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 Nora Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1341 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
32%
14%
White
22%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nora Elementary School's ranking?
Nora Elementary School is ranked #1341 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Nora Elementary School often compared to?
Nora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbriar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Nora Elementary School?
544 students attend Nora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nora Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nora Elementary School?
Nora Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nora Elementary School offer ?
Nora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nora Elementary School part of?
Nora Elementary School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Nora Elementary School located?
Nora Elementary School is located in the Nora And Far Northside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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