Serving 286 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willard Shambaugh 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 25-29% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Willard Shambaugh 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 Willard Shambaugh Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1227 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
12%
13%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Willard Shambaugh Elementary School's ranking?
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Willard Shambaugh Elementary School often compared to?
Willard Shambaugh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Joseph Central 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Willard Shambaugh Elementary School?
286 students attend Willard Shambaugh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Willard Shambaugh Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willard Shambaugh Elementary School?
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willard Shambaugh Elementary School offer ?
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willard Shambaugh Elementary School part of?
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Willard Shambaugh Elementary School located?
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School is located in the Wayne neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
School Reviews
5 5/30/2015
Shambaugh is an amazing school full of wonderful teachers and staff. They really care about the students, and anyone who tells you any different doesn't have all the facts (or is refusing to look at all the facts). Shambaugh teachers care more than any other school my children or I have been to. Mrs. Rodgers is an amazing principal with a huge heart. Shambaugh students are held to high expectations in both academics and behavior. Send your child to Shambaugh, and expect to get the best education possible in Fort Wayne.
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