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#364 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 20% in state

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55

Elementary School · Indianapolis Public Schools

1349 E 54th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#364 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#18 of 222

public schools

In district

#5 of 47

Indianapolis Public Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

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

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About Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Indianapolis Public Schools. Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,197
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 — Students at Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
21%
2025
Math
38.6%
ELA
38.6%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 Compares

See how Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in IN
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

1349 E 54th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center for Inquiry School 70 (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center for Inquiry School 84 (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHSIDE MONTESSORI Indianapolis 0.3 mi
ACE Preparatory Academy Indianapolis 0.5 mi 7.3
Rousseau McClellan School 91 Indianapolis 0.6 mi 5.4
Indiana School For The Deaf Indianapolis 1.1 mi 4.8
THE INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.0 mi 7.5
Center for Inquiry School 84 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 9.3
Center for Inquiry School 70 Indianapolis 1.1 mi 9.5
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North Indianapolis 1.2 mi 4.8
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy Indianapolis 1.1 mi 9.4
APOGEE SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED Indianapolis 1.1 mi
ST JOAN OF ARC/DIOCESE Indianapolis 1.4 mi 8.5
ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.5 mi 8.8
Tindley Genesis Academy Indianapolis 1.7 mi 2.0
Charles A Tindley Accelerated Sch Indianapolis 1.8 mi 4.9
Avondale Meadows Academy Indianapolis 1.9 mi 3.6
Avondale Meadows Middle School Indianapolis 1.9 mi 7.5
James Whitcomb Riley School 43 Indianapolis 2.0 mi 3.0
Louis B Russell Jr School 48 Indianapolis 2.3 mi 6.8
GEO Next Generation Academy Indianapolis 2.1 mi 3.8
The Genius School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,735

Median Home Value

$329,700

Median Rent

$1,330/mo

Population

36,159

College Educated

66.9%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55

What grades does Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 serve?

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55?

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55?

The student-teacher ratio at Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 rank in IN?

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 ranks #364 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55's MySchoolScout rating?

Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 a charter school?

No, Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 a Title I school?

No, Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55?

40.0% of students at Ips/butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
84 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

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

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