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#1147 of 1,754 schools in IN

Eel River Elementary School

Elementary School · Northwest Allen County Schools

12723 Bethel Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

430
Students
13.9:1
Student-Teacher
Kindergarten – 5th
Grades Served
#1147 of 1,754 in IN

About Eel River Elementary School

Eel River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of the Northwest Allen County Schools. The school serves approximately 430 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.7/10, placing it in the 34.7th 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 $86,583, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-10.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.6%
Reading/ELA Proficiency0.5%
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency1%
Expected (poverty-adj.)12%
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.2Very Good29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1

Eel River Elementary School — Students at Eel River Elementary School score 1% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Eel River Elementary School Compares

See how Eel River Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
35th percentile in IN
Academic
5.0/10
5.0/10
Growth
2.5/10
Below average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
7.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

12723 Bethel Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Carroll Middle School Fort Wayne 0.4 mi 3.2
Carroll High School Fort Wayne 0.7 mi 7.9
Aspen Meadow Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.8 mi 3.2
Hickory Center Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 5.1
Huntertown Elementary School Huntertown 2.1 mi 4.5
Washington Center Elementary Sch Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 5.6
Maple Creek Middle School Fort Wayne 2.8 mi 2.8
Perry Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 3.1
Oak View Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 3.7
PINE HILLS LEARNING PLACE Fort Wayne 3.2 mi 5.0
Cedar Canyon Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.4 mi 3.9
Northrop High School Fort Wayne 4.6 mi 7.7
Lincoln Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.9 mi 6.4
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Fort Wayne 4.6 mi 5.0
Shawnee Middle School Fort Wayne 4.9 mi 6.1
Mabel K Holland Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.5 mi 4.8
Northwood Middle School Fort Wayne 5.7 mi 5.8
BISHOP DWENGER HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 5.8 mi 5.0
Northcrest Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.9 mi 6.1
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Fort Wayne 5.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,583

Median Home Value

$221,000

Median Rent

$1,274/mo

Population

21,914

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Aboite Elementary School Fort Wayne, IN 4.7
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Arlington Elementary School Indianapolis, IN 4.7
Blackford Intermediate School Hartford City, IN 4.7
College Corner Union Elem School College Corner, IN 4.7
Cowan Elementary School Muncie, IN 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eel River Elementary School

What grades does Eel River Elementary School serve?

Eel River Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Eel River Elementary School?

Eel River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eel River Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eel River 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 Eel River Elementary School rank in IN?

Eel River Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 1,754 schools in IN.

What is Eel River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eel River Elementary School has a composite rating of 4.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Eel River Elementary School a charter school?

No, Eel River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eel River Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Eel River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eel River Elementary School?

30.5% of students at Eel River 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
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Allen County
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details