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Timothy L Johnson Academy
Elementary School · Timothy L Johnson Academy
4625 Werling Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,382 of 1,823
In Fort Wayne
#55 of 74
public schools
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Timothy L Johnson Academy
Elementary School in Fort Wayne · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Timothy L Johnson Academy
Timothy L Johnson Academy is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of Timothy L Johnson Academy. Timothy L Johnson Academy serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Timothy L Johnson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,382 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Timothy L Johnson Academy show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Timothy L Johnson 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.
Timothy L Johnson Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
38% of students at Timothy L Johnson Academy 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
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Timothy L Johnson Academy — Students at Timothy L Johnson Academy score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.3/10.
How Timothy L Johnson Academy Compares
See how Timothy L Johnson Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4625 Werling Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Timothy L Johnson Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitney M Young Early Childhood (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE BAPTIST (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,601
Median Home Value
$78,000
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
26,060
College Educated
8.7%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Timothy L Johnson Academy
What grades does Timothy L Johnson Academy serve?
Timothy L Johnson Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Timothy L Johnson Academy?
Timothy L Johnson Academy has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Timothy L Johnson Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Timothy L Johnson Academy is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Timothy L Johnson Academy rank in IN?
Timothy L Johnson Academy ranks #1,382 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Timothy L Johnson Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Timothy L Johnson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Timothy L Johnson Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Timothy L Johnson Academy has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Timothy L Johnson Academy a charter school?
Yes, Timothy L Johnson Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Timothy L Johnson Academy a Title I school?
No, Timothy L Johnson Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timothy L Johnson Academy?
65.0% of students at Timothy L Johnson 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (260) 441-8727
Resources & Links
District
Timothy L Johnson Academy- District Enrollment
- 394
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,822
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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