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Bloomingdale Elementary School

Elementary School · Fort Wayne Community Schools

1300 Orchard St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,025 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#34 of 74

public schools

In district

#17 of 49

Fort Wayne Community Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Bloomingdale Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Fort Wayne · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bloomingdale Elementary School

Bloomingdale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of Fort Wayne Community Schools. Bloomingdale Elementary School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloomingdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,025 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Bloomingdale Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-21.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,569
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Bloomingdale Elementary School — Students at Bloomingdale Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
17%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
24.2%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Bloomingdale Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in IN
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1300 Orchard St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bloomingdale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JUDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Smith Academy for Excellence Fort Wayne 0.7 mi 7.7
Washington Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.8 mi 4.9
EMMANUEL-ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fort Wayne 0.9 mi 5.9
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 5.7
North Side High School Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 5.6
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 7.6
Franke Park Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.2 mi 5.3
Allen Co Juvenile Center Fort Wayne 1.2 mi
QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.1 mi 8.7
EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.6 mi 5.6
Francis M Price Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.3 mi 6.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.7 mi 6.2
Fairfield Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 4.9
Forest Park Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.5 mi 5.9
South Wayne Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.0 mi 4.7
Study Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 3.0
Bunche Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 6.8
South Side High School Fort Wayne 2.4 mi 5.8
Whitney M Young Early Childhood Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 7.1
ST JUDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,632

Median Home Value

$127,800

Median Rent

$939/mo

Population

19,916

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

35.8

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Arlington Elementary School Fort Wayne, IN 6.1
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Eastwood Elementary School Elkhart, IN 6.1
Indian Trail Elementary School Laporte, IN 6.1
New Washington Elementary School New Washington, IN 6.1
O R Baker Elementary School Winchester, IN 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bloomingdale Elementary School

What grades does Bloomingdale Elementary School serve?

Bloomingdale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bloomingdale Elementary School?

Bloomingdale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloomingdale Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bloomingdale Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bloomingdale Elementary School rank in IN?

Bloomingdale Elementary School ranks #1,025 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Bloomingdale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bloomingdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bloomingdale Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bloomingdale Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bloomingdale Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bloomingdale Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

81.4% of students at Bloomingdale 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

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