Serving 208 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Theodore Potter School 74 covers the entire school district in Indianapolis, IN, encompassing approximately 79.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School's student population of 208 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language 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 Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School is 0.61, 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
#1532 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
57%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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)22.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Bull
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School's ranking?
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School is ranked #1532 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School?
208 students attend Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School?
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School offer ?
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School part of?
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School located?
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in Near Eastside.
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