Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Wayne Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Wayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
South Wayne Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Motto
If you believe it, you can achieve it!
School Rankings
South Wayne Elementary 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 South Wayne Elementary School 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
#1625 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
29%
13%
White
23%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Wayne Elementary School's ranking?
South Wayne Elementary School is ranked #1625 out of 1,743 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Wayne Elementary School?
353 students attend South Wayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of South Wayne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Wayne Elementary School?
South Wayne Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Wayne Elementary School offer ?
South Wayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Wayne Elementary School part of?
South Wayne Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is South Wayne Elementary School located?
South Wayne Elementary School is located in the South Wayne Historic District neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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