Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the mission of Speedway Schools to inspire and prepare students to embrace the responsibilities of today & the possibilities of tomorrow.
School Rankings
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 is 0.74, 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
#579 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
31%
13%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
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 Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4's ranking?
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 is ranked #579 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 often compared to?
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4is often viewed alongside schools like Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1, James A Allison Elementary Sch 3, Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4?
323 students attend Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4?
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 offer ?
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 part of?
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 is part of School Town Of Speedway School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 located?
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 is located in the Speedway neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Speedway.
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