Needs Improvement
#1724 of 1,823 schools in IN
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary
Elementary School · Portage Township Schools
5910 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,724 of 1,823
In Portage
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Portage Township Schools
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Wallace Aylesworth Elementary
Elementary School in Portage · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wallace Aylesworth Elementary
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary is a public elementary school in Portage, IN, part of Portage Township Schools. Wallace Aylesworth Elementary serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace Aylesworth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,724 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Wallace Aylesworth Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- IN avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Wallace Aylesworth Elementary — Students at Wallace Aylesworth Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
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: 2.0/10.
How Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Compares
See how Wallace Aylesworth Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5910 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace Aylesworth Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Hobart), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethel R Jones Elementary School (rated 4.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willowcreek Middle School Portage | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Central Elementary School Portage | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE Portage | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Crisman Elementary School Portage | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Rowena Kyle Elementary School Portage | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| George L Myers Elementary School Portage | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| William Fegely Middle School Portage | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Portage High School Portage | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Neighbors' New Vistas High School Portage | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Ethel R Jones Elementary School Portage | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Virgil I Bailey Elementary School Lake Station | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Valparaiso | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| South Haven Elementary School Valparaiso | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr HS Lake Station | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Charter School of the Dunes Gary | 3.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Paul Saylor Elementary School Valparaiso | 3.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Gary Middle School Gary | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Liberty Elementary School Hobart | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| John I Meister Elementary School Hobart | 3.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Hobart High School Hobart | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,638
Median Home Value
$213,500
Median Rent
$1,140/mo
Population
40,237
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Portage, IN | 3.3 |
| Frazee Elementary School Connersville, IN | 3.3 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Muncie, IN | 3.3 |
| Mary Raber Elementary School Columbia City, IN | 3.3 |
| Sunny Heights Elementary School Indianapolis, IN | 3.3 |
| William Penn School 49 Indianapolis, IN | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace Aylesworth Elementary
What grades does Wallace Aylesworth Elementary serve?
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wallace Aylesworth Elementary?
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace Aylesworth Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace Aylesworth Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace Aylesworth Elementary rank in IN?
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary ranks #1,724 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Wallace Aylesworth Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Wallace Aylesworth Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace Aylesworth Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wallace Aylesworth Elementary a charter school?
No, Wallace Aylesworth Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace Aylesworth Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wallace Aylesworth Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Porter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (219) 763-8010
Resources & Links
District
Portage Township Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,588
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,458
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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