Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waynedale 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynedale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waynedale Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Waynedale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynedale Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1156 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
22%
13%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynedale Elementary School's ranking?
Waynedale Elementary School is ranked #1156 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Waynedale Elementary School often compared to?
Waynedale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton-harrison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Waynedale Elementary School?
374 students attend Waynedale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Waynedale Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynedale Elementary School?
Waynedale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waynedale Elementary School offer ?
Waynedale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waynedale Elementary School part of?
Waynedale Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Waynedale Elementary School located?
Waynedale Elementary School is located in the Southwest Waynedale neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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