Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Skiles Test 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 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skiles Test Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Skiles Test Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Skiles Test 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 Skiles Test Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1620 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
15%
Black
41%
13%
White
13%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Skiles Test Elementary School's ranking?
Skiles Test Elementary School is ranked #1620 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Skiles Test Elementary School often compared to?
Skiles Test Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Skiles Test Elementary School?
576 students attend Skiles Test Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Skiles Test Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skiles Test Elementary School?
Skiles Test Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Skiles Test Elementary School offer ?
Skiles Test Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skiles Test Elementary School part of?
Skiles Test Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Skiles Test Elementary School located?
Skiles Test Elementary School is located in the Devonshire neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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