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#70 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 4% in state

Mohawk Trails Elementary School

Elementary School · Carmel Clay Schools

4242 E 126th St, Carmel, IN 46033

Enrollment

556

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#70 of 1,823

In Carmel

#10 of 17

public schools

In district

#10 of 15

Carmel Clay Schools

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Mohawk Trails Elementary School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Carmel · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mohawk Trails Elementary School

Mohawk Trails Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carmel, IN, part of Carmel Clay Schools. Mohawk Trails Elementary School serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mohawk Trails Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Mohawk Trails Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.2
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.1 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,444
Chronic Absenteeism7.4%

Mohawk Trails Elementary School — Students at Mohawk Trails Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 80.7% (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
94%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
65%
2025
Math
64.7%
ELA
67.1%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Mohawk Trails Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in IN
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

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

4242 E 126th St, Carmel, IN 46033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mohawk Trails Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodbrook Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Dale Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Carmel Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carmel, see our Carmel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HIGHLANDS LATIN SCHOOL Carmel 0.6 mi 7.3
Woodbrook Elementary School Carmel 1.1 mi 9.3
Clay Middle School Carmel 0.9 mi 8.2
Indiana Agriculture and Technology Carmel 1.0 mi 4.4
Carmel High School Carmel 1.2 mi 9.0
Carmel Elementary School Carmel 1.1 mi 9.0
ST ELIZABETH SETON PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Carmel 2.0 mi
Forest Dale Elementary School Carmel 2.0 mi 9.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT BRIDGEWATER Westfield 2.2 mi
Cherry Tree Elementary School Carmel 1.9 mi 9.0
CORAM DEO ACADEMY Carmel 1.9 mi 7.7
ST THEODORE GUERIN HIGH SCHOOL Noblesville 2.7 mi 6.7
Carmel Middle School Carmel 2.2 mi 8.0
Riverside Junior High Fishers 2.7 mi 8.1
Riverside Intermediate School Fishers 2.7 mi 8.2
Noble Crossing Elementary School Noblesville 3.2 mi 8.3
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #1488 Indianapolis 3.6 mi
CARMEL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Carmel 2.8 mi
PETER RABBIT NURSERY SCHOOL Carmel 3.1 mi
Carey Ridge Elementary School Westfield 3.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$150,529

Median Home Value

$458,600

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

40,153

College Educated

72.2%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

41.8

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Barr Reeve Elementary School Montgomery, IN 9.0
Carey Ridge Elementary School Westfield, IN 9.0
Carmel Elementary School Carmel, IN 9.0
Cedar Elementary School Avon, IN 9.0
Cherry Tree Elementary School Carmel, IN 9.0
Eagle Elementary School Brownsburg, IN 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mohawk Trails Elementary School

What grades does Mohawk Trails Elementary School serve?

Mohawk Trails Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mohawk Trails Elementary School?

Mohawk Trails Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mohawk Trails Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mohawk Trails Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mohawk Trails Elementary School rank in IN?

Mohawk Trails Elementary School ranks #70 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Mohawk Trails Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mohawk Trails Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Mohawk Trails Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mohawk Trails Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mohawk Trails Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mohawk Trails Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

18.3% of students at Mohawk Trails 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

District

Carmel Clay Schools
District Enrollment
16,116
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,444
District Rank
#10 of 15

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