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#1574 of 1,823 schools in IN

Brookside School 54

Elementary School · Indianapolis Public Schools

3150 E 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46201

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,574 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#148 of 222

public schools

In district

#29 of 47

Indianapolis Public Schools

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Brookside School 54

4.2/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Paramount Brookside

7.9/10

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7.3/10

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About Brookside School 54

Brookside School 54 is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Indianapolis Public Schools. Brookside School 54 serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside School 54 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,574 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Brookside School 54 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Brookside School 54 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-31.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,197
Chronic Absenteeism37.1%

Brookside School 54 — Students at Brookside School 54 score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 28.6% (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
65%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
8%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
8%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
4%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
4%
2022
Math
7.5%
2025
Math
19.7%
ELA
16.5%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Brookside School 54 Compares

See how Brookside School 54 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
14th percentile in IN
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

Location

3150 E 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookside School 54 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paramount Brookside (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paramount Cottage Home (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CROSS CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Paramount Brookside Indianapolis 0.3 mi 7.9
THE OAKS ACADEMY - BROOKSIDE Indianapolis 0.6 mi 7.3
Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis 0.7 mi 4.8
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind Indianapolis 1.0 mi 6.9
Paramount Englewood Indianapolis 1.0 mi 7.1
Theodore Potter School 74 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 4.2
James Russell Lowell School 51 Indianapolis 1.3 mi 5.0
SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.2 mi 7.4
H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis 1.1 mi 7.7
Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58 Indianapolis 1.2 mi 4.4
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.2 mi 6.7
Arsenal Technical High School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 3.5
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.6 mi 6.4
KIPP Indy Legacy High Indianapolis 1.5 mi 3.5
THE OAKS ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.4 mi 7.8
Paramount Cottage Home Indianapolis 1.4 mi 7.9
Paramount Online Academy Indianapolis 1.4 mi 6.0
HOLY CROSS CENTRAL SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.5 mi 7.5
LEGACY LEARNING CENTER Indianapolis 1.4 mi 9.0
SCECINA MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.5 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,183

Median Home Value

$150,600

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

31,650

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

46.9%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

34.3

Similar Schools

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Mary Feeser Elementary School Elkhart, IN 4.2
Parkwood Elementary School Clarksville, IN 4.2
South Side Elementary School Kendallville, IN 4.2
Theodore Potter School 74 Indianapolis, IN 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookside School 54

What grades does Brookside School 54 serve?

Brookside School 54 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Brookside School 54?

Brookside School 54 has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside School 54?

The student-teacher ratio at Brookside School 54 is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookside School 54 rank in IN?

Brookside School 54 ranks #1,574 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Brookside School 54's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookside School 54 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Brookside School 54?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside School 54 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brookside School 54 a charter school?

No, Brookside School 54 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brookside School 54 a Title I school?

No, Brookside School 54 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside School 54?

56.6% of students at Brookside School 54 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

District

Indianapolis Public Schools
District Enrollment
21,863
Schools in District
48
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,197
District Rank
#29 of 47

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