Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School's student population of 451 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Success – Nothing Less!
School Rankings
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School is 0.54, which is less 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
#1700 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
61%
15%
Black
29%
14%
White
6%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
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 Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School's ranking?
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School is ranked #1700 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School often compared to?
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ernie Pyle School 90 - A Paideia School, Clinton Young Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School?
451 students attend Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School?
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School offer ?
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School part of?
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School located?
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School is located in the Eagledale neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other public schools located in Eagledale.
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