Open on Lincoln Street, the James A. Garfield School serves kindergarten through eighth grades with a public school education on the southeast side of Indianapolis. The James A. Garfield School is proud to offer children a secure and welcoming environment that promotes "great successes, positive choices, and increased learning."
Unique opportunities to get involved at the James A. Garfield School include Project Lead the Way for kindergarteners through eighth graders, a STEM based initiative where students gain hands on experience building useful solutions for the community.
In the past, Project Lead the Way has engaged students to build braces for people who had difficulty walking. Little Free Libraries allowed fifth graders to decorate and install five free libraries around school property for Bates-Hendricks residents to enjoy.
An outdoor learning garden provides students with an organic way to pursue their studies and after school care for kindergarten through sixth graders is organized through the James A. Garfield School DAT program.
The James A. Garfield Bears participate in volleyball, basketball, baseball, tennis, cheerleading and soccer from the fourth through the eighth grade, contributing to team spirit and a commitment to physical fitness.
At the James A. Garfield School, children become responsible and respectful critical thinkers.
James A. Garfield School 31
Public Elementary, Middle School
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Grade K-8
307 Lincoln St,
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Ryan Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Niche Grade
C
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.4%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
276:1
Student Diversity
Male
53%
Female
47%
White
41.5%
Black
25.7%
Hispanic
24.9%
Two or more races
7.9%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/26/2019
Really positive. We know this school has had a pretty bad rap for years, but we wanted our kids to be a part of a neighborhood school and we have seriously had no regrets. Much has changed in the past couple years and by all accounts that change has momentum to continue to get better. At this school...
6/12/2013
I have been raising my 2 grandchildren for 5 years now and they have attended this school throughout. Not only did the staff and teachers take time to learn of our situation, they provided counseling and support to my grandkids along with teaching. I love the teachers that my 2 grandkids have had, t...
1/13/2011
My two boys just moved from township. We are one street over that makes us IPS. My son has a very strong IEP. They started right after thanksgiving. Well then the school had a sceret santa gift shop. My two boy bought a tool kit. They brong it home where my 8 year old looks at me and says "MOM THIS...
2/7/2008
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$130K - $615K
Homes For Sale
54
Average Home Value
$293,663
Median Lot Size
4,356 Sq Ft
% Renters
45%
Average Household Income
$79,732
% of College Grads
34.8%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,791 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
25.6%
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 11th to 12th
- Public
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Sexson Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Garfield Regional Park
Ringgold Park
- Playground
Hot Shot Tot Lot
Hendricks Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Baumann Park
- Playground
Edna Balz Lacy Park
Garfield Park Conservatory
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James A. Garfield School 31 is a public school for students in grades K-8 in Indianapolis, IN and is served by the Indianapolis Public Schools in Indiana. The school has a total enrollment of 255 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. James A. Garfield School 31 has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $293,663. Discover additional schools in the area, like Emmerich Manual High School, Positive Supports Academy, Arsenal Technical High School, and more. Learn more about what Indianapolis has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near James A. Garfield School 31.