The top reported proficiency rate is 32% in Math. The lowest is 22% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School is a regular public school serving prekindergarten through fifth grade in the Perry Township Schools district on the south side of Indianapolis. The enrollment is large for an elementary school, with students spread across all elementary grades plus a prekindergarten class. The student body is notably diverse: the largest groups are Hispanic students and white students, each making up roughly a quarter of enrollment, with Asian students also forming a substantial share and Black students a smaller but still sizeable presence. A very high proportion of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting a community where economic need is widespread; a parent should expect that the school’s resources and supports are oriented toward a population with significant poverty.
On the most recent state assessments, given through Indiana’s ILEARN program, proficiency rates were well below the state average in every tested subject. In English language arts, about a quarter of students tested met proficiency. In math, about a third met proficiency. In science and social studies, tested only in certain grades, roughly a fifth of students reached the proficiency mark. These are soft spots that a prospective parent will want to discuss directly with the school, particularly to understand what academic interventions or supports are in place. When compared against other Marion County schools, however, Abraham Lincoln Elementary placed in the top quartile for overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades, meaning that while its raw rates are low in absolute terms, they are higher than many other schools in the county. This positioning suggests a school that is performing relatively well within its local context but still has ground to cover against state benchmarks.
The school sits in the Perry Township system, which recently restructured its entire elementary feeder pattern. Families living west of US-31 are assigned to the Perry Meridian feeder, and those east of US-31 go to the Southport feeder. The district now operates separate kindergarten academies and early childhood academies, so Abraham Lincoln Elementary serves grades one through five, with kindergarten housed on a different campus. This is a lasting organizational change that directly impacts school assignment for any family moving into the area. The district also secured a federal Teacher and School Leader grant, a multi-year award aimed at recruiting, retaining, and developing effective teachers and school leaders, which should have a positive effect on staffing quality across all district schools, including this one.
The housing market in the surrounding area puts the typical home value around the national median and rents somewhat above it, though the area remains more affordable than many parts of the Indianapolis metropolitan region. Affordability estimates suggest that renting is a financially lighter option than buying for the typical household in this zip code. The unemployment rate has been stable at a moderate level, consistent with the broader national picture.
No data was available on chronic absenteeism, discipline rates, staffing ratios, or course access. Similarly, information on the share of students with disabilities or English learner status was missing. A parent may want to ask the school directly about these topics, as they shape daily classroom experience and the level of specialized support available. The school does not have charter status, and its magnet and Title I status were not reported. Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to consider.
This fits best for a family that prioritizes a diverse, high-needs elementary setting within a larger district that has recently invested in structural and staffing improvements, but who also wants to understand the academic challenges before enrolling. The school sits in a housing market that is within reach for many buyers and renters, and the district’s feeder system means that knowing your address west or east of US-31 is essential to understanding exactly which schools your child will attend.
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