JONATHAN JENNINGS SCHOOL 109

Jonathan Jennings School 109 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Indianapolis Public Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 282 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Jonathan Jennings School 109 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jonathan Jennings School 109 is a public elementary school located on the northwest side of Indianapolis, serving students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. As part of the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) district, the school is situated in a diverse residential area near Gateway Drive. The institution is focused on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic foundations, including literacy and mathematics, while providing students with access to essential resources and community-based support services.

The school is characterized by its commitment to neighborhood-based education and community engagement. By maintaining a smaller school setting compared to larger regional counterparts, Jonathan Jennings 109 aims to build strong relationships between teachers, families, and students. The school’s mission generally aligns with the broader district goals of promoting inclusive education and preparing students for the transition to middle school through structured classroom instruction and extracurricular opportunities designed to encourage social and emotional development.

For more information, contact Jonathan Jennings School 109 at (317) 226-4109 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.