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#1484 of 1,823 schools in IN

Carlin Park Elementary School

Elementary School · MSD Steuben County

800 N Williams St, Angola, IN 46703

Enrollment

343

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,484 of 1,823

In Angola

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

MSD Steuben County

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Carlin Park Elementary School

4.7/10

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

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6.3/10

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7.5/10

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About Carlin Park Elementary School

Carlin Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Angola, IN, part of MSD Steuben County. Carlin Park Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlin Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,484 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Carlin Park Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,017
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Carlin Park Elementary School — Students at Carlin Park Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
2025
Math
31.5%
ELA
22.2%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Carlin Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in IN
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

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

800 N Williams St, Angola, IN 46703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carlin Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edon Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Edon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fremont Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ryan Park Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Angola, see our Angola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Hendry Park Elementary School Angola 1.0 mi 6.3
Angola Middle School Angola 1.1 mi 7.5
Angola High School Angola 1.4 mi 6.3
Ryan Park Elementary School Angola 1.6 mi 7.5
Pleasant Lake Elementary School Pleasant Lake 4.9 mi 4.0
Fremont Middle School Fremont 6.3 mi 7.6
Fremont High School Fremont 6.5 mi 9.5
Fremont Elementary School Fremont 6.6 mi 7.9
Hamilton Community Elementary Sch Hamilton 9.2 mi 4.2
Hamilton Community High School Hamilton 9.2 mi 4.7
Country Meadow Elementary School Ashley 11.6 mi 4.1
Prairie Heights Middle School Lagrange 10.7 mi 5.4
Prairie Heights Elementary School Lagrange 10.7 mi 5.6
Prairie Heights Sr High School Lagrange 10.7 mi 8.9
Waterloo Elementary School Waterloo 14.9 mi 5.5
Edon High School Edon 12.5 mi 6.5
Edon Elementary School Edon 12.5 mi 8.5
DeKalb Middle School Waterloo 16.4 mi 5.9
DeKalb High School Waterloo 16.6 mi 6.5
Eastside Junior-Senior High School Butler 16.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,940

Median Home Value

$221,800

Median Rent

$892/mo

Population

18,907

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carlin Park Elementary School

What grades does Carlin Park Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Carlin Park Elementary School?

Carlin Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlin Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carlin Park Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carlin Park Elementary School rank in IN?

Carlin Park Elementary School ranks #1,484 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Carlin Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carlin Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Carlin Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlin Park Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Carlin Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Carlin Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.5% of students at Carlin Park 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Steuben County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

MSD Steuben County
District Enrollment
2,485
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,017
District Rank
#5 of 6

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