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#61 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 3% in state

Cedar Elementary School

Elementary School · Avon Community School Corp

685 S Avon Avenue, Avon, IN 46123

Enrollment

675

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#61 of 1,823

In Avon

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

Avon Community School Corp

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Cedar Elementary School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Avon · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hickory Elementary School

9.0/10

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4.8/10

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About Cedar Elementary School

Cedar Elementary School is a public elementary school in Avon, IN, part of Avon Community School Corp. Cedar Elementary School serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+24.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,921
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

Cedar Elementary School — Students at Cedar Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 68.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 35 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
84%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
67%
2025
Math
71.4%
ELA
55.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Cedar Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in IN
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

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

685 S Avon Avenue, Avon, IN 46123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cedar Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pine Tree Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sycamore Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Avon, see our Avon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Hickory Elementary School Avon 0.2 mi 9.0
White Oak Early Learning Center Avon 0.6 mi 4.8
Avon Middle School South Avon 0.6 mi 8.3
Avon Intermediate School East Avon 0.6 mi 8.3
Avon Intermediate School West Avon 0.6 mi 8.3
Maple Elementary School Avon 0.6 mi 8.5
Pine Tree Elementary School Avon 0.8 mi 8.8
Avon High School Avon 1.1 mi 8.4
KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Avon 1.8 mi 8.1
Sycamore Elementary School Avon 2.0 mi 8.7
Avon Middle School North Avon 2.2 mi 7.7
River Birch Elementary School Avon 2.3 mi 8.3
OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Avon 2.6 mi 7.4
ST SUSANNA SCHOOL Plainfield 3.1 mi 7.7
Central Elementary School Plainfield 3.4 mi 8.1
Van Buren Elementary School Plainfield 3.4 mi 7.8
Brentwood Elementary School Plainfield 3.5 mi 7.5
Clarks Creek Elementary Plainfield 3.6 mi 6.2
Little Quakers Academy Plainfield 3.6 mi 3.2
Plainfield Community Middle School Plainfield 4.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,989

Median Home Value

$293,000

Median Rent

$1,467/mo

Population

42,395

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

39.2

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Barr Reeve Elementary School Montgomery, IN 9.0
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Carmel Elementary School Carmel, IN 9.0
Cherry Tree Elementary School Carmel, IN 9.0
Eagle Elementary School Brownsburg, IN 9.0
Geist Elementary School Fishers, IN 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cedar Elementary School

What grades does Cedar Elementary School serve?

Cedar Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Cedar Elementary School?

Cedar Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Elementary School 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 Cedar Elementary School rank in IN?

Cedar Elementary School ranks #61 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Cedar Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Cedar Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cedar Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Cedar Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

52.4% of students at Cedar 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hendricks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

District

Avon Community School Corp
District Enrollment
10,736
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,921
District Rank
#2 of 12

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