Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ernie Pyle School 90 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernie Pyle School 90 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ernie Pyle School 90's student population of 296 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Ernie Pyle School 90 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 Ernie Pyle School 90 is 0.60, 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
#1431 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
32%
13%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Ernie Pyle School 90's ranking?
Ernie Pyle School 90 is ranked #1431 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Ernie Pyle School 90 often compared to?
Ernie Pyle School 90is often viewed alongside schools like Clarence Farrington School 61 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Ernie Pyle School 90?
296 students attend Ernie Pyle School 90.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ernie Pyle School 90 students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernie Pyle School 90?
Ernie Pyle School 90 has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ernie Pyle School 90 offer ?
Ernie Pyle School 90 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ernie Pyle School 90 part of?
Ernie Pyle School 90 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Ernie Pyle School 90 located?
Ernie Pyle School 90 is located in the Eagledale neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other public schools located in Eagledale.
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