Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northcrest 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northcrest Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Northcrest 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 Northcrest Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1438 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
24%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fort Wayne Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Northcrest Elementary School is ranked #1438 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Northcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Mabel K Holland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northcrest Elementary School?
536 students attend Northcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Northcrest Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northcrest Elementary School?
Northcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northcrest Elementary School offer ?
Northcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northcrest Elementary School part of?
Northcrest Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Northcrest Elementary School located?
Northcrest Elementary School is located in the Northcrest neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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