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Very Good

#576 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 32% in state

Fishers Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton Southeastern Schools

11442 Lantern Rd, Fishers, IN 46038

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#576 of 1,823

In Fishers

#19 of 21

public schools

In district

#20 of 22

Hamilton Southeastern Schools

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Fishers Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Fishers · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lantern Road Elementary School

8.2/10

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6.0/10

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About Fishers Elementary School

Fishers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fishers, IN, part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Fishers Elementary School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fishers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #576 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Fishers Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.5
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,362
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Fishers Elementary School — Students at Fishers Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 73.2% (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
95%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52%
2025
Math
59.9%
ELA
56.4%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Fishers Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in IN
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

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

11442 Lantern Rd, Fishers, IN 46038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fishers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie Trace Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Carmel), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Britton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cumberland Road Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fishers, see our Fishers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lantern Road Elementary School Fishers 0.9 mi 8.2
ST LOUIS DE MONTFORT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fishers 1.0 mi 6.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WEST FISHERS Fishers 1.4 mi 7.9
EMAN SCHOOLS Fishers 1.4 mi 9.1
New Britton Elementary School Fishers 1.8 mi 8.8
FISHERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fishers 1.8 mi 8.0
Fishers Junior High School Fishers 2.1 mi 7.7
Cumberland Road Elem School Fishers 2.4 mi 8.7
NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fishers 2.1 mi
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fishers 2.7 mi
Harrison Parkway Elementary School Fishers 2.9 mi 8.7
FALL CREEK MONTESSORI ACADEMY Indianapolis 2.8 mi
Hoosier Road Elementary School Fishers 2.5 mi 8.6
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary Sch Indianapolis 3.2 mi 6.1
Prairie Trace Elementary School Carmel 3.0 mi 9.3
Riverside Intermediate School Fishers 2.7 mi 8.2
Riverside Junior High Fishers 2.7 mi 8.1
Fishers High School Fishers 2.9 mi 8.0
Sand Creek Elementary Fishers 3.2 mi 8.2
Sand Creek Intermediate School Fishers 3.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,092

Median Home Value

$301,600

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

43,245

College Educated

60.2%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fishers Elementary School

What grades does Fishers Elementary School serve?

Fishers Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Fishers Elementary School?

Fishers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

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

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

Fishers Elementary School ranks #576 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Fishers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fishers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Fishers Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fishers Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fishers Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Fishers Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.5% of students at Fishers 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Hamilton Southeastern Schools
District Enrollment
21,299
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,362
District Rank
#20 of 22

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