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#48 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 3% in state

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1

Elementary School · School Town of Speedway

5151 W 14th St, Speedway, IN 46224

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#48 of 1,823

In Speedway

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

School Town of Speedway

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1

9.2/10

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

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3

9.1/10

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8.5/10

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About Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is a public elementary school in Speedway, IN, part of School Town of Speedway. Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.9 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,650
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 — Students at Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 40 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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
67%
2025
Math
70.9%
ELA
69.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Compares

See how Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in IN
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

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

5151 W 14th St, Speedway, IN 46224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Speedway, see our Speedway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Speedway Junior High School Speedway 0.0 mi 8.5
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.3 mi 7.9
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 Speedway 0.7 mi 9.4
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 Speedway 0.8 mi 9.1
Speedway Senior High School Speedway 1.1 mi 9.2
Garden City Elementary School Indianapolis 1.5 mi 2.9
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 Speedway 1.6 mi 8.5
Rhoades Elementary School Indianapolis 1.8 mi 3.0
The PATH School Indianapolis 1.5 mi 6.5
Clarence Farrington School 61 Indianapolis 1.9 mi 4.5
Northwest Community Middle School Indianapolis 2.2 mi 6.5
Monarca Academy Indianapolis 2.2 mi
Westlake Elementary School Indianapolis 1.8 mi 4.6
Carl Wilde School 79 Indianapolis 2.2 mi 3.6
Impact Academy 1 Indianapolis 1.8 mi 5.3
Impact Academy 2 Indianapolis 1.8 mi 3.4
Impact Academy 3 Indianapolis 1.8 mi 3.4
Ernie Pyle School 90 Indianapolis 1.8 mi 3.6
HAGIA SOPHIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.8 mi 7.2
Excel Center - West Indianapolis 2.4 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,731

Median Home Value

$166,500

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

39,858

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

37.5%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

32.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1

What grades does Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 serve?

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?

The student-teacher ratio at Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 rank in IN?

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 ranks #48 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1's MySchoolScout rating?

Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 a charter school?

No, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 a Title I school?

No, Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1?

38.4% of students at Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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How does Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 stack up?

James A Allison Elementary Sch 3
9.1
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4
8.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

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