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#683 of 1,754 schools in IN
Top 39% in state
Covington Elementary School
Elementary School · MSD Southwest Allen County Schls
2430 W Hamilton Rd - South, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
About Covington Elementary School
Covington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of the MSD Southwest Allen County Schls. The school serves approximately 777 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7/10, placing it in the 61.1th percentile among IN schools — an average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school environment (7.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $143,245, where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
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Covington Elementary School — Students at Covington Elementary School score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
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30.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Covington Elementary School Compares
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Location
2430 W Hamilton Rd - South, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodside Middle School Fort Wayne | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Homestead High School Fort Wayne | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST Fort Wayne | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Summit Middle School Fort Wayne | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Aboite Elementary School Fort Wayne | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| eSACS Virtual School Fort Wayne | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Deer Ridge Elementary Fort Wayne | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Haverhill Elementary School Fort Wayne | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Arcola School Arcola | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch Fort Wayne | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lafayette Meadow School Roanoke | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ABOITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roanoke | 6.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CANTERBURY SCHOOL Fort Wayne | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ROANOKE BAPTIST SCHOOL Roanoke | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Coesse School Columbia City | 6.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Roanoke Elementary School Roanoke | 7.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Portage Middle School Fort Wayne | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne | 7.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,245
Median Home Value
$383,000
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
16,906
College Educated
61.7%
Homeownership
92.2%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Batesville Primary School Batesville, IN | 5.7 |
| Franklin Square Elementary School Jeffersonville, IN | 5.7 |
| J E Ober Elementary School Garrett, IN | 5.7 |
| Lakeside Elementary School Indianapolis, IN | 5.7 |
| Leesburg Elementary School Leesburg, IN | 5.7 |
| Lowell Elementary School Indianapolis, IN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Covington Elementary School
What grades does Covington Elementary School serve?
Covington Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Covington Elementary School?
Covington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 777 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Covington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Covington Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Covington Elementary School rank in IN?
Covington Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 1,754 schools in IN.
What is Covington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Covington Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Covington Elementary School a charter school?
No, Covington Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Covington Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Covington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Covington Elementary School?
30.9% of students at Covington Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 777
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allen County
- Phone
- (260) 431-0501
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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