Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rhoades 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 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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-6
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rhoades Elementary School serves the east part of its Indianapolis district, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 0.7 miles and the furthest edge located 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rhoades Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 49% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rhoades 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 Rhoades Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1582 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
39%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)39.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhoades Elementary School's ranking?
Rhoades Elementary School is ranked #1582 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Rhoades Elementary School often compared to?
Rhoades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden City Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Rhoades Elementary School?
617 students attend Rhoades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rhoades Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rhoades Elementary School?
Rhoades Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rhoades Elementary School offer ?
Rhoades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhoades Elementary School part of?
Rhoades Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhoades Elementary School located?
Rhoades Elementary School is located in the Wayne neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Wayne.
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