Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chapelwood 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 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapelwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chapelwood Elementary School's student population of 779 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chapelwood 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 Chapelwood Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1558 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
58%
13%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapelwood Elementary School's ranking?
Chapelwood Elementary School is ranked #1558 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Chapelwood Elementary School often compared to?
Chapelwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Chapelwood Elementary School?
779 students attend Chapelwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Chapelwood Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chapelwood Elementary School?
Chapelwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chapelwood Elementary School offer ?
Chapelwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Chapelwood Elementary School part of?
Chapelwood Elementary School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Chapelwood Elementary School located?
Chapelwood Elementary School is located in the Farley neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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