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Clearwater Elementary School

3575 E 79th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 720 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clearwater Elementary School 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 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 720 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Top 20% in IN
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clearwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

Clearwater Elementary School's student population of 720 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Clearwater Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearwater Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#350 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
58%
38%
50%
41%
40-44%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
30%
13%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clearwater Elementary School's ranking?
Clearwater Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clearwater Elementary School often compared to?
Clearwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allisonville Elementary School, Cold Spring School, Willow Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clearwater Elementary School?
720 students attend Clearwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Clearwater Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clearwater Elementary School?
Clearwater Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clearwater Elementary School offer ?
Clearwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clearwater Elementary School part of?
Clearwater Elementary School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Clearwater Elementary School located?
Clearwater Elementary School is located in the Clearwater neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Clearwater.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 720 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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