Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 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 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55's student population of 445 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Inspiring children to transform the world
School Rankings
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 is 0.69, 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
#1488 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
32%
13%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55's ranking?
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 is ranked #1488 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 often compared to?
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55is often viewed alongside schools like Center For Inquiry School 84 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55?
445 students attend Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 students are White, 32% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55?
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 offer ?
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 part of?
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 located?
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55 is located in the Canterbury Chatard neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Canterbury Chatard.
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