Excellent
#19 of 1,781 schools in IN
Top 1% in state
James a Garfield School 31
Elementary School · Indianapolis Public Schools
307 Lincoln St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
About James a Garfield School 31
James A Garfield School 31 serves students from preschool through eighth grade in Indianapolis, with an enrollment of 247 students. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.8 to 1, supported by 21 full-time equivalent teachers who work closely with learners across a wide range of ages and developmental stages. The school has earned a MySchoolScout Rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #62 out of 1,831 schools statewide, placing it in Indiana's 97th percentile.
This strong overall rating reflects the school's academic score of 8.6 out of 10 and its commitment to student development and achievement. Currently, proficiency levels in English Language Arts and math average 18% across grades, indicating an area where the school is focused on building student skills and growth. With its manageable class sizes and dedicated teaching staff, James A Garfield School 31 works to support each learner's progress.
Located in Indianapolis, the school is part of the community's educational landscape and serves families in this large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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James a Garfield School 31 — Students at James a Garfield School 31 score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
➡️ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How James a Garfield School 31 Compares
See how James a Garfield School 31 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 22% (2019) to 22% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 20% (2019) to 17% (2021).
Location
307 Lincoln St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 46225 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,961
Median Home Value
$108,800
Median Rent
$946/mo
Population
5,416
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
33.4%
Median Age
32.2
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 226-4231
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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How We Rate Schools
Our ratings combine academic performance, growth, equity, and school environment into a single 1-10 score using publicly available data.
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Common questions about James a Garfield School 31
What grades does James a Garfield School 31 serve?
James a Garfield School 31 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend James a Garfield School 31?
James a Garfield School 31 has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James a Garfield School 31?
The student-teacher ratio at James a Garfield School 31 is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James a Garfield School 31 rank in IN?
James a Garfield School 31 is ranked #19 out of 1,781 schools in IN.
What is James a Garfield School 31's MySchoolScout rating?
James a Garfield School 31 has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at James a Garfield School 31?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, James a Garfield School 31 has 17.7% math proficiency and 18.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is James a Garfield School 31 a charter school?
No, James a Garfield School 31 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James a Garfield School 31 a Title I school?
No, James a Garfield School 31 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James a Garfield School 31?
61.9% of students at James a Garfield School 31 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.