Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103's student population of 477 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1746 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
64%
13%
White
1%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103's ranking?
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 is ranked #1746 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103?
477 students attend Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103?
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 offer ?
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 part of?
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 is part of Phalen Leadership Academy At Francis Scott Key School 103 School District.
In what neighborhood is Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 located?
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103 is located in the Far Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 14 other public schools located in Far Eastside.
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