The top reported proficiency rate is 38% in Math. The lowest is 23% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Spring Mill Elementary School
Spring Mill Elementary School is a regular public school serving kindergarten through fifth grade in Indianapolis, within the MSD Washington Township district. It is one of many elementary schools in Marion County, and its student body of a moderate size reflects the diversity of the surrounding area. The school does not have a magnet or charter designation, and no Title I status was reported, so a family would need to check directly with the district about any federal support programs.
On state assessments, Spring Mill’s students across grades three through five scored in a range that placed the school’s overall proficiency in the top quartile when compared with other districts in Marion County. That is a notable strength in the county context, where many schools serve populations with similar economic circumstances. However, the actual share of students meeting proficiency in math, English language arts, science, and social studies was modest, with the lowest rates in social studies. The school’s performance in the county top quarter suggests that its results, while not high in an absolute sense, are stronger than those of many nearby schools. A parent may want to review the specific subject results with the school to understand where students need the most support. Participation rates were complete for math and ELA, and missing data for science and social studies did not appear to reflect a testing issue.
The student body is composed of a majority of Black students, followed by Hispanic, White, and multiracial students, with small numbers of Asian and Native American students. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant number of families with lower incomes. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not available, so a parent should ask the school about those support structures directly.
Housing in the ZIP code where the school is located is priced above the Indiana state median but below the national median, and rents are moderate. The estimated monthly cost of a mortgage is similar to rent, so the area offers a relatively balanced housing market for families. The national unemployment rate and median household income context is stable, though local figures specific to this ZIP code were not provided.
Within the MSD Washington Township district, several changes have recently taken place that are relevant to families. Greenbriar Elementary School was permanently closed after the 2024-2025 school year, and its students were consolidated into Fox Hill Elementary School. That school now also hosts the district’s Dual Language Immersion Program. A referendum appeared on the November 2024 ballot, with the district citing fiscal health as the reason, but the outcome was not confirmed in available reports. These district-level shifts could affect school boundaries, class composition, and funding for Spring Mill, especially if attendance zones are redrawn in the future. The school itself was not directly mentioned in the consolidation, but families should stay informed about district planning.
Spring Mill does not serve high school grades, so there is no graduation rate to report. No data on chronic absenteeism, discipline, staffing, or course access was available, leaving gaps that a prospective parent may want to ask about during a school visit. The school’s website and direct contact with the principal or a counselor would be the best way to fill in those details.
Overall, Spring Mill Elementary offers an academic program that, by the measure of state tests, holds up well against a competitive urban county. The student body is racially and economically diverse, and the surrounding housing market is reasonable for a major metro area. Families who are looking for a neighborhood elementary school with performance that outpaces many in its county, and who are comfortable with the district’s recent consolidation and financial context, may find Spring Mill a solid fit. Those who want a deeper look at special education services, English learner support, or enrichment programs should follow up directly with the school.
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