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Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools

Elementary School · pilotED Schools

2710 Bethel Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Charter

Enrollment

217

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Indianapolis

#98 of 222

public schools

Indiana elementary schools

#579 of 1,047

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools

Bethel Park Elementary, part of the pilotED Schools network in Indianapolis, Indiana, serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. With a total enrollment of 217 students, this charter school is located in a bustling city setting within Marion County. While specific student-teacher ratio and teacher details are not available, Bethel Park focuses on providing educational opportunities for young learners despite its current academic standing.

According to MySchoolScout's rating system, the school scores a 4.1 out of 10 overall, with an academic score of 1.7 out of 10, ranking in the 13th percentile among Indiana schools. In standardized tests, Bethel Park Elementary reports that only 3% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 11% in Math, with no students meeting proficiency standards in Science. Despite these challenges, the school continues to work towards improving academic outcomes and supporting its diverse student population.

Bethel Park Elementary is situated in a dynamic urban area where community resources and support networks play an essential role in the educational experience of its students.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2021–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.5Fair30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.2%
Math vs. State Avg-32.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28 pts
Overall Proficiency15%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$12,645

Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools — Students at Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.1%
School
State
44.9%
ELA Proficiency 11.6%
School
State
40.7%

Based on 16 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2021*
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
17%
2025
Math
17.6%
ELA
12.9%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools Compares

See how Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in IN
Academic
3.5/10
3.5/10
Growth
9.4/10
Above average
Environment
2.1/10
Below average

Location

2710 Bethel Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William McKinley School 39 (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Beech Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Invent Learning Hub Indianapolis 0.6 mi 7.3
Frederick Douglass School 19 Indianapolis 0.7 mi 6.4
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.0 mi 7.7
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.2 mi 6.4
William McKinley School 39 Indianapolis 1.2 mi 8.3
EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.1 mi 8.0
Eleanor Skillen School 34 Indianapolis 1.2 mi 7.4
SE Neighborhood Sch of Excellence Indianapolis 1.3 mi 7.2
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind Indianapolis 1.7 mi 5.0
Paramount Englewood Indianapolis 1.7 mi 6.9
HW Longfellow Med/STEM Magnet Midl Indianapolis 1.5 mi 6.4
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beech Grove 1.7 mi 7.8
Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle Indianapolis 1.7 mi 7.1
Beech Grove Middle School Beech Grove 1.7 mi 7.2
CENTRAL CATHOLIC Indianapolis 1.7 mi 7.4
Victory College Prep Indianapolis 1.5 mi 8.8
HOLY CROSS CENTRAL SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.9 mi 7.5
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.2 mi 6.1
SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.4
Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis 2.2 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,375

Median Home Value

$155,500

Median Rent

$1,022/mo

Population

37,297

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

35.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools has a median household income of $55,375. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $155,500, with a median rent of $1,022/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Coquillard Elementary School South Bend, IN 6.2
Everton Elementary School Connersville, IN 6.2
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sellersburg, IN 6.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN 6.2
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greensburg, IN 6.2
Westview Elementary School Richmond, IN 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools

What grades does Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools serve?

Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools?

Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

How does Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools rank in IN?

Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools is ranked #940 out of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools has 17.1% math proficiency and 11.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools a charter school?

Yes, Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools a Title I school?

No, Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools?

80.6% of students at Bethel Park Elementary | Piloted Schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,237/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Indianapolis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
217
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

pilotED Schools
District Enrollment
217
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,174
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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