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Southport Elementary School

261 E Anniston Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southport 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 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 487 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Southport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

Southport Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

School Rankings

Southport 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 Southport Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#927 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
32%
38%
42%
41%
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
61%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
7%
13%
White
21%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southport Elementary School's ranking?
Southport Elementary School is ranked #927 out of 1,763 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southport Elementary School?
487 students attend Southport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Southport Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southport Elementary School?
Southport Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southport Elementary School offer ?
Southport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southport Elementary School part of?
Southport Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southport Elementary School located?
Southport Elementary School is located in the Southport neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 487 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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