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#1504 of 1,823 schools in IN

Maplewood Elementary School

Elementary School · MSD Wayne Township

1643 Dunlap Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Enrollment

640

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,504 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#133 of 222

public schools

In district

#7 of 17

MSD Wayne Township

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Maplewood Elementary School

4.6/10

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

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About Maplewood Elementary School

Maplewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of MSD Wayne Township. Maplewood Elementary School serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Maplewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,504 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Maplewood Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Maplewood Elementary School 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 Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.9% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-32.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,573
Chronic Absenteeism33.1%

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 36.5% (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
60%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
18%
2025
Math
19.3%
ELA
16.5%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Maplewood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in IN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

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

1643 Dunlap Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maplewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. Another option is McClelland Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Achieve Virtual Education Academy Indianapolis 0.6 mi 4.6
Rhoades Elementary School Indianapolis 1.1 mi 3.0
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center Indianapolis 1.3 mi 4.1
Garden City Elementary School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 2.9
Stout Field Elementary School Indianapolis 1.2 mi 5.2
Ben Davis University High School Indianapolis 1.4 mi 6.4
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis 1.5 mi 5.5
Lynwood Elementary Indianapolis 2.1 mi 3.8
McClelland Elementary School Indianapolis 1.8 mi 8.3
Stephen Decatur Elementary School Indianapolis 2.3 mi 3.2
Impact Academy 1 Indianapolis 2.4 mi 5.3
Impact Academy 2 Indianapolis 2.4 mi 3.4
Impact Academy 3 Indianapolis 2.4 mi 3.4
Christel House Academy West Indianapolis 2.3 mi 3.2
The PATH School Indianapolis 2.5 mi 6.5
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway 2.8 mi 9.2
Speedway Junior High School Speedway 2.8 mi 8.5
Westlake Elementary School Indianapolis 2.5 mi 4.6
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis 3.0 mi 7.9
PROVIDENCE CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.7 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,598

Median Home Value

$111,500

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Population

32,943

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

54.2%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maplewood Elementary School

What grades does Maplewood Elementary School serve?

Maplewood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Maplewood Elementary School?

Maplewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maplewood Elementary School rank in IN?

Maplewood Elementary School ranks #1,504 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Maplewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maplewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Maplewood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maplewood Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maplewood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maplewood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

87.3% of students at Maplewood 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
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

District

MSD Wayne Township
District Enrollment
15,799
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,573
District Rank
#7 of 17

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