Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, William Penn School 49 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Penn School 49 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William Penn School 49's student population of 542 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Penn School 49 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Penn School 49 is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1670 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
52%
14%
Black
14%
13%
White
26%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Penn School 49's ranking?
William Penn School 49 is ranked #1670 out of 1,755 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend William Penn School 49?
542 students attend William Penn School 49.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of William Penn School 49 students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Penn School 49?
William Penn School 49 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Penn School 49 offer ?
William Penn School 49 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is William Penn School 49 part of?
William Penn School 49 is part of Indianapolis Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is William Penn School 49 located?
William Penn School 49 is located in the West Indianapolis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in West Indianapolis.
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