Serving 220 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In Pursuit of Excellence
School Mascot
Sparkplugs
School Rankings
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 is 0.66, 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
#68 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
37%
13%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sparkplugs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2's ranking?
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 is ranked #68 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 often compared to?
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2is often viewed alongside schools like James A Allison Elementary Sch 3, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2?
220 students attend Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 students are White, 37% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2?
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 offer ?
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 part of?
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 located?
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
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