Skip to main content

Average

#1294 of 1,823 schools in IN

Lew Wallace School 107

Elementary School · Indianapolis Public Schools

3307 Ashway Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46224

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,294 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#101 of 222

public schools

In district

#18 of 47

Indianapolis Public Schools

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Lew Wallace School 107?

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.

Lew Wallace School 107

5.3/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Excel Center - West

3.2/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Meredith Nicholson School 96

5.1/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Lew Wallace School 107

Lew Wallace School 107 is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Indianapolis Public Schools. Lew Wallace School 107 serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Lew Wallace School 107 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,294 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Lew Wallace School 107 show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Lew Wallace School 107 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency24.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.8 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,197
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Lew Wallace School 107 — Students at Lew Wallace School 107 score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 31.5% (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
58%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
19%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
10.3%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Lew Wallace School 107 Compares

See how Lew Wallace School 107 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in IN
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

Location

3307 Ashway Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lew Wallace School 107 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Excel Center - West Indianapolis 0.3 mi 3.2
Meredith Nicholson School 96 Indianapolis 0.5 mi 5.1
Enlace Academy Indianapolis 0.6 mi 6.9
Northwest Community Middle School Indianapolis 0.5 mi 6.5
Monarca Academy Indianapolis 0.5 mi
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 Speedway 0.7 mi 8.5
Jonathan Jennings School 109 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 3.8
North Wayne Elementary School Indianapolis 0.8 mi 3.0
Speedway Senior High School Speedway 1.3 mi 9.2
Carl Wilde School 79 Indianapolis 1.2 mi 3.6
Eagle Creek Elementary School Indianapolis 1.7 mi 5.2
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 Speedway 1.7 mi 9.4
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 Speedway 1.6 mi 9.1
IN Math & Science Academy Indianapolis 1.7 mi 9.0
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.2 mi 7.9
COVENANT CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.2
Clarence Farrington School 61 Indianapolis 1.9 mi 4.5
Deer Run Elementary Indianapolis 2.4 mi 3.6
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway 2.4 mi 9.2
Speedway Junior High School Speedway 2.4 mi 8.5

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bellmont Elementary Decatur, IN 5.3
Break-O-Day Elementary School New Whiteland, IN 5.3
Cold Spring School Indianapolis, IN 5.3
Franke Park Elementary School Fort Wayne, IN 5.3
Guion Creek Elementary School Indianapolis, IN 5.3
Harney Elementary School Lebanon, IN 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lew Wallace School 107

What grades does Lew Wallace School 107 serve?

Lew Wallace School 107 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lew Wallace School 107?

Lew Wallace School 107 has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lew Wallace School 107?

The student-teacher ratio at Lew Wallace School 107 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lew Wallace School 107 rank in IN?

Lew Wallace School 107 ranks #1,294 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Lew Wallace School 107's MySchoolScout rating?

Lew Wallace School 107 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Lew Wallace School 107?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lew Wallace School 107 has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lew Wallace School 107 a charter school?

No, Lew Wallace School 107 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lew Wallace School 107 a Title I school?

No, Lew Wallace School 107 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lew Wallace School 107?

57.3% of students at Lew Wallace School 107 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

District

Indianapolis Public Schools
District Enrollment
21,863
Schools in District
48
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,197
District Rank
#18 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.