Skip to main content

Very Good

#563 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 31% in state

George W Julian School 57

Elementary School · Indianapolis Public Schools

5435 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46219

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#563 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#42 of 222

public schools

In district

#10 of 47

Indianapolis Public Schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around George W Julian School 57?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

George W Julian School 57

7.3/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Center for Inquiry School 70

9.5/10

Indianapolis, IN. Compare side by side with George W Julian School 57 before ruling this option in or out.

Fishback Creek Public Academy

8.5/10

Indianapolis, IN. Compare side by side with George W Julian School 57 before ruling this option in or out.

About George W Julian School 57

George W Julian School 57 is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Indianapolis Public Schools. George W Julian School 57 serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. George W Julian School 57 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #563 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for George W Julian School 57 show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency49.2% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,197
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

George W Julian School 57 — Students at George W Julian School 57 score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 48.9% (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
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
2025
Math
48.3%
ELA
49.9%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How George W Julian School 57 Compares

See how George W Julian School 57 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in IN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Location

5435 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George W Julian School 57 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paramount Brookside (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE OAKS ACADEMY - BROOKSIDE (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Irvington Preparatory Academy Indianapolis 0.4 mi 4.0
Christian Park School 82 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 3.5
Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 4.4
Anna Brochhausen School 88 Indianapolis 1.3 mi 4.4
SCECINA MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.3 mi 8.0
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.4 mi 6.7
SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.2 mi 7.4
Victory College Prep Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.7
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind Indianapolis 2.0 mi 6.9
Paramount Englewood Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.1
Lowell Elementary School Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.5
Brookside School 54 Indianapolis 2.2 mi 4.2
Arlington Woods School 99 Indianapolis 2.8 mi 1.6
Paramount Brookside Indianapolis 2.4 mi 7.9
Rooted School Indianapolis Indianapolis 2.9 mi 5.0
THE OAKS ACADEMY - BROOKSIDE Indianapolis 2.5 mi 7.3
James Russell Lowell School 51 Indianapolis 2.8 mi 5.0
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 3.1 mi 6.6
Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis 2.5 mi 4.8
Beech Grove Middle School Beech Grove 3.2 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,811

Median Home Value

$177,000

Median Rent

$991/mo

Population

38,246

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

34.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Laurel School Laurel, IN 7.3
Northeast East Elementary School Hymera, IN 7.3
ST LOUIS SCHOOL Batesville, IN 7.3
THE OAKS ACADEMY - BROOKSIDE Indianapolis, IN 7.3
West Jay Elementary Dunkirk, IN 7.3
Winslow Elementary School Winslow, IN 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George W Julian School 57

What grades does George W Julian School 57 serve?

George W Julian School 57 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend George W Julian School 57?

George W Julian School 57 has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George W Julian School 57?

The student-teacher ratio at George W Julian School 57 is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George W Julian School 57 rank in IN?

George W Julian School 57 ranks #563 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is George W Julian School 57's MySchoolScout rating?

George W Julian School 57 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 George W Julian School 57?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George W Julian School 57 has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George W Julian School 57 a charter school?

No, George W Julian School 57 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George W Julian School 57 a Title I school?

No, George W Julian School 57 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George W Julian School 57?

51.9% of students at George W Julian School 57 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Compare This School

How does George W Julian School 57 stack up?

Center for Inquiry School 70
9.5
Fishback Creek Public Academy
8.5
Indy Steam Academy
8.6
Compare Selected →

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

District

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

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.