Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3's student population of 242 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is 0.74, 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
#182 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
34%
13%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 James A Allison Elementary Sch 3's ranking?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is ranked #182 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 often compared to?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3is often viewed alongside schools like Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1, Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend James A Allison Elementary Sch 3?
242 students attend James A Allison Elementary Sch 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 students are Black, 27% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A Allison Elementary Sch 3?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 offer ?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 part of?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 located?
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
School Reviews
3 8/25/2023
this is one of my favorite schools. this school was so fun. I made so many friends and the teachers are friendly. the thing is Speedway School dont have school buses so I would have to walk to school. but my apartment was not far at all. we'd learn a lot of stuff! please sign your kid up for this school immediately.
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