Serving 600 students in grades 1-5, Weisser Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weisser Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Weisser Park Elementary School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Weisser Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weisser Park Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#871 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
37%
13%
White
37%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Weisser Park Elementary School's ranking?
Weisser Park Elementary School is ranked #871 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Weisser Park Elementary School often compared to?
Weisser Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitney M Young Early Childhood, John S Irwin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Weisser Park Elementary School?
600 students attend Weisser Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Weisser Park Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weisser Park Elementary School?
Weisser Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weisser Park Elementary School offer ?
Weisser Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weisser Park Elementary School part of?
Weisser Park Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Weisser Park Elementary School located?
Weisser Park Elementary School is located in the Oxford neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Oxford.
School Reviews
5 12/9/2018
I was a student thier best time of my life i''m crying because I miss all my teachters I hope Mrs. Arazta have had great life and more and Mrs. Ford
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