Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1's student population of 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In Pursuit of Excellence
School Mascot
Sparkplugs
School Rankings
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is 0.59, 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
#97 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
20%
13%
White
60%
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
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1's ranking?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is ranked #97 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 often compared to?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1is often viewed alongside schools like James A Allison Elementary Sch 3, Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2, Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?
146 students attend Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 offer ?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 part of?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 located?
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
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