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#510 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 28% in state

Brentwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Plainfield Community School Corp

1630 E Oliver St, Plainfield, IN 46168

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#510 of 1,823

In Plainfield

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Plainfield Community School Corp

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Brentwood Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Plainfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brentwood Elementary School

Brentwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plainfield, IN, part of Plainfield Community School Corp. Brentwood Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #510 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Brentwood Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,973
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Brentwood Elementary School — Students at Brentwood Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
68%
2025
Math
65.5%
ELA
51.4%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Brentwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in IN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

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

1630 E Oliver St, Plainfield, IN 46168

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brentwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedar Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Guilford Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Clarks Creek Elementary Plainfield 0.1 mi 6.2
Little Quakers Academy Plainfield 0.1 mi 3.2
ST SUSANNA SCHOOL Plainfield 0.5 mi 7.7
Van Buren Elementary School Plainfield 0.9 mi 7.8
Plainfield Community Middle School Plainfield 1.0 mi 7.5
Pride Academy Plainfield 1.0 mi
UNIVERSAL SCHOOL OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 1.2 mi 7.3
Central Elementary School Plainfield 1.1 mi 8.1
Plainfield High School Plainfield 1.5 mi 7.3
Avon High School Avon 2.5 mi 8.4
Pine Tree Elementary School Avon 3.2 mi 8.8
Hickory Elementary School Avon 3.4 mi 9.0
Cedar Elementary School Avon 3.5 mi 9.0
Guilford Elementary Plainfield 3.3 mi 8.9
Maple Elementary School Avon 4.0 mi 8.5
White Oak Early Learning Center Avon 4.0 mi 4.8
Avon Middle School South Avon 4.1 mi 8.3
Avon Intermediate School East Avon 4.1 mi 8.3
Avon Intermediate School West Avon 4.1 mi 8.3
Bridgeport Elementary School Indianapolis 4.3 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,315

Median Home Value

$271,400

Median Rent

$1,307/mo

Population

38,889

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

37.3

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Benjamin Franklin Elementary Sch Vincennes, IN 7.5
Bunker Hill Elementary School Indianapolis, IN 7.5
Circle City Preparatory Elementary School Indianapolis, IN 7.5
Clark Elementary School Franklin, IN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brentwood Elementary School

What grades does Brentwood Elementary School serve?

Brentwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Brentwood Elementary School?

Brentwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brentwood Elementary School rank in IN?

Brentwood Elementary School ranks #510 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Brentwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brentwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Brentwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brentwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Brentwood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

48.5% of students at Brentwood 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hendricks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Plainfield Community School Corp
District Enrollment
5,834
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,973
District Rank
#4 of 8

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