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Neil Armstrong Elementary School

Elementary School · Mooresville Con School Corp

1000 Rd 144, Mooresville, IN 46158

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,042 of 1,823

In Mooresville

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Mooresville Con School Corp

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Neil Armstrong Elementary School

6.1/10

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

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6.6/10

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7.3/10

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About Neil Armstrong Elementary School

Neil Armstrong Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mooresville, IN, part of Mooresville Con School Corp. Neil Armstrong Elementary School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Neil Armstrong Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,042 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Neil Armstrong Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,527
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Neil Armstrong Elementary School — Students at Neil Armstrong Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (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
84%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
46%
2025
Math
52.3%
ELA
41%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Neil Armstrong Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in IN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

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

1000 Rd 144, Mooresville, IN 46158

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Neil Armstrong Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Guilford Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centerton Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Martinsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mooresville, see our Mooresville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MOORESVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mooresville 0.6 mi 6.6
Mooresville High School Mooresville 1.4 mi 7.3
Northwood Elementary School Mooresville 1.5 mi 6.2
Newby Memorial Elementary School Mooresville 1.4 mi 5.8
Paul Hadley Middle School Mooresville 1.5 mi 5.1
Brooklyn STEM Academy Brooklyn 4.3 mi 6.6
North Madison Elementary School Camby 3.7 mi 6.7
Plainfield High School Plainfield 5.4 mi 7.3
UNIVERSAL SCHOOL OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 5.9 mi 7.3
Guilford Elementary Plainfield 5.5 mi 8.9
West Newton Elementary School West Newton 5.4 mi 4.7
Centerton Elementary School Martinsville 6.5 mi 8.0
Plainfield Community Middle School Plainfield 6.5 mi 7.5
Pride Academy Plainfield 6.5 mi
Clarks Creek Elementary Plainfield 6.9 mi 6.2
Little Quakers Academy Plainfield 6.9 mi 3.2
Brentwood Elementary School Plainfield 6.9 mi 7.5
Waverly Elementary School Martinsville 6.0 mi 6.9
Van Buren Elementary School Plainfield 7.1 mi 7.8
Central Elementary School Plainfield 7.1 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46158 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,877

Median Home Value

$241,500

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

24,622

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Neil Armstrong Elementary School

What grades does Neil Armstrong Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Neil Armstrong Elementary School?

Neil Armstrong Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Neil Armstrong Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Neil Armstrong Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Neil Armstrong Elementary School rank in IN?

Neil Armstrong Elementary School ranks #1,042 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Neil Armstrong Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Neil Armstrong Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Neil Armstrong Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Neil Armstrong Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Neil Armstrong Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Neil Armstrong Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

57.7% of students at Neil Armstrong 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morgan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

Mooresville Con School Corp
District Enrollment
4,347
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,527
District Rank
#5 of 7

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