Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle 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 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School's student population of 451 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School 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 Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1476 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
38%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
22%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School's ranking?
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School is ranked #1476 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School?
451 students attend Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School?
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School offer ?
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School part of?
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School is part of Adelante Schools.
In what neighborhood is Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School located?
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 4 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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