Serving 249 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James A Allison Elementary School 3 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Allison Elementary School 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
James A Allison Elementary School 3's student population of 249 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
James A Allison Elementary School 3 ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Allison Elementary School 3 is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#182 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
28%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Allison Elementary School 3's ranking?
James A Allison Elementary School 3 is ranked #182 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are James A Allison Elementary School 3 often compared to?
James A Allison Elementary School 3is often viewed alongside schools like Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1, Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2, Frank H Wheeler Elementary School 4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend James A Allison Elementary School 3?
249 students attend James A Allison Elementary School 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of James A Allison Elementary School 3 students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A Allison Elementary School 3?
James A Allison Elementary School 3 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does James A Allison Elementary School 3 offer ?
James A Allison Elementary School 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A Allison Elementary School 3 part of?
James A Allison Elementary School 3 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is James A Allison Elementary School 3 located?
James A Allison Elementary School 3 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
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