Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Theodore Potter School 74 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Theodore Potter School 74 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Theodore Potter School 74's student population of 251 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bull
School Rankings
Theodore Potter School 74 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 Theodore Potter School 74 is 0.50, which is less 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
#1532 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
68%
15%
Black
8%
13%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bull
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Potter School 74's ranking?
Theodore Potter School 74 is ranked #1532 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Theodore Potter School 74?
251 students attend Theodore Potter School 74.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Theodore Potter School 74 students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Potter School 74?
Theodore Potter School 74 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Theodore Potter School 74 offer ?
Theodore Potter School 74 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Theodore Potter School 74 part of?
Theodore Potter School 74 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Theodore Potter School 74 located?
Theodore Potter School 74 is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in Near Eastside.
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