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#57 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 3% in state

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3

Elementary School · School Town of Speedway

5240 W 22nd St, Speedway, IN 46224

Enrollment

242

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#57 of 1,823

In Speedway

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

School Town of Speedway

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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James a Allison Elementary Sch 3

9.1/10

Elementary School in Speedway · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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9.2/10

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About James a Allison Elementary Sch 3

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 is a public elementary school in Speedway, IN, part of School Town of Speedway. James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.1 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+31.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,650
Chronic Absenteeism3.7%

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 — Students at James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 71.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 40 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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
2025
Math
65.6%
ELA
64.4%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 Compares

See how James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in IN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.7%

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

5240 W 22nd St, Speedway, IN 46224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IN Math & Science Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Indianapolis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Speedway, see our Speedway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Speedway Senior High School Speedway 0.3 mi 9.2
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 Speedway 0.5 mi 9.4
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.7 mi 7.9
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway 0.8 mi 9.2
Speedway Junior High School Speedway 0.8 mi 8.5
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 Speedway 0.9 mi 8.5
Northwest Community Middle School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 6.5
Monarca Academy Indianapolis 1.3 mi
Carl Wilde School 79 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.6
Clarence Farrington School 61 Indianapolis 1.3 mi 4.5
Excel Center - West Indianapolis 1.6 mi 3.2
Lew Wallace School 107 Indianapolis 1.6 mi 5.3
Meredith Nicholson School 96 Indianapolis 1.8 mi 5.1
IN Math & Science Academy Indianapolis 1.9 mi 9.0
Enlace Academy Indianapolis 1.9 mi 6.9
Garden City Elementary School Indianapolis 2.3 mi 2.9
The PATH School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 6.5
Ernie Pyle School 90 Indianapolis 1.9 mi 3.6
ST MICHAEL-ST. GABRIEL ARCHANGELS CATHOLIC ELEME Indianapolis 2.1 mi 8.6
CARDINAL RITTER HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,731

Median Home Value

$166,500

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

39,858

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

37.5%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

32.2

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Sugar Creek Elementary School Crawfordsville, IN 9.1
Arcola School Arcola, IN 9.0
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway, IN 9.2
Deerfield Elementary School Ridgeville, IN 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James a Allison Elementary Sch 3

What grades does James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 serve?

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend James a Allison Elementary Sch 3?

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James a Allison Elementary Sch 3?

The student-teacher ratio at James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 rank in IN?

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 ranks #57 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is James a Allison Elementary Sch 3's MySchoolScout rating?

James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 James a Allison Elementary Sch 3?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 a charter school?

No, James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 a Title I school?

No, James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James a Allison Elementary Sch 3?

64.5% of students at James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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How does James a Allison Elementary Sch 3 stack up?

Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4
8.5
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1
9.2
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.7%

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