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Prince Chapman Academy

Elementary School · East Allen County Schools

4808 E Paulding Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

Enrollment

765

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#955 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#30 of 74

public schools

In district

#9 of 14

East Allen County Schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Prince Chapman Academy

6.3/10

Elementary School in Fort Wayne · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Paul Harding JR High School

6.8/10

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7.8/10

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About Prince Chapman Academy

Prince Chapman Academy is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of East Allen County Schools. Prince Chapman Academy serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Prince Chapman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #955 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Prince Chapman Academy show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Prince Chapman Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-33.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,318
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Prince Chapman Academy — Students at Prince Chapman Academy score 16% 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

87.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 36 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
16%
2025
Math
18.2%
ELA
14.8%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Prince Chapman Academy Compares

See how Prince Chapman Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in IN
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

4808 E Paulding Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prince Chapman Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitney M Young Early Childhood (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Paul Harding Jr High School Ft. Wayne 0.3 mi 6.8
East Allen University Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 7.8
Southwick Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 6.0
Timothy L Johnson Academy Fort Wayne 1.7 mi 5.0
Timothy L. Johnson Academy Middle Fort Wayne 1.7 mi 6.9
John S Irwin Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.5 mi 6.8
Adams Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 3.9
Merle J Abbett Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.6 mi 3.1
Levan R Scott Academy Fort Wayne 2.5 mi 3.5
ST JOSEPH HESSEN CASSEL Fort Wayne 3.6 mi 6.5
Weisser Park Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.1 mi 6.7
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 5.7
Memorial Park Middle School Fort Wayne 3.5 mi 6.7
Whitney M Young Early Childhood Fort Wayne 3.2 mi 7.1
Bunche Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.5 mi 6.8
BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 3.1 mi 8.4
LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 3.1 mi 6.9
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne 4.3 mi 7.1
South Side High School Fort Wayne 3.6 mi 5.8
Harrison Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,760

Median Home Value

$129,100

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

19,240

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

27.4%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prince Chapman Academy

What grades does Prince Chapman Academy serve?

Prince Chapman Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Prince Chapman Academy?

Prince Chapman Academy has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prince Chapman Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Prince Chapman Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prince Chapman Academy rank in IN?

Prince Chapman Academy ranks #955 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Prince Chapman Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Prince Chapman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Prince Chapman Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prince Chapman Academy has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Prince Chapman Academy a charter school?

No, Prince Chapman Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Prince Chapman Academy a Title I school?

No, Prince Chapman Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prince Chapman Academy?

87.8% of students at Prince Chapman Academy 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

East Allen County Schools
District Enrollment
10,007
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,318
District Rank
#9 of 14

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