The top reported proficiency rate is 17% in Math. The lowest is 11% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Timothy L Johnson Academy
Timothy L Johnson Academy is a small public school district in Indiana serving kindergarten through fifth grade. It is located within Allen County and operates a single school by the same name, which is the only campus under the district's authority. Because the district covers only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report and no high school pathway data to evaluate. Families considering this district should understand what kind of foundational academic environment exists here, what the peer group looks like, and how the district compares to others in the county.
The school serves a student population that is notably diverse in its composition. The largest share of students is Asian, followed by a substantial Black student population, smaller Hispanic and multiracial groups, and a negligible white enrollment. This demographic profile is distinct from many surrounding districts in Allen County. The district reported that a significant share of its students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that a majority of families face economic challenges. Special population counts for students with disabilities and English learners were not available in the data we received, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about the supports available for those groups.
On state assessments, the district's results fell well below the midpoint of Allen County's districts. In the 2024-25 school year, the overall proficiency rate across tested subjects was in the bottom half of the county's peer group, with math and English language arts proficiency rates each in the mid-teens, science proficiency around one in ten, and social studies proficiency at roughly the same range. The comparison set among the county's districts includes six other entities, and Timothy L Johnson Academy's proficiency index placed it below the midpoint. The chronic absenteeism rate was in the bottom quartile of that same group, which is a metric that often correlates with academic performance and is worth understanding in more detail from the school. The district's per-pupil spending was in the upper range among those six districts, a factor that may reflect the school's specific needs or its small size.
The data we have does not include a locale brief, so there is no information about the community's housing market, population trends, or town character. We looked for information about recent district changes, property-tax shifts, referendums, or curriculum overhauls and found only general profile details; no significant changes were identified from the public record used in this research. That means this profile reflects the district as it currently stands, without a recent event that would alter its trajectory.
What this adds up to: Timothy L Johnson Academy is a small elementary-only district serving a diverse, economically challenged student body. Academic results are low compared to other Allen County districts, and chronic absenteeism is high. The school spends more per pupil than most of its county peers, which may indicate an area where the district is investing resources. A parent considering this school should look into what interventions or supports are in place for academic growth, how the school addresses attendance, and what programs exist for students who need extra help. The lack of high school grades means a family will need a plan for middle and high school elsewhere. This is a school profile that invites direct questions to the district about its instructional approach and student support strategies.
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