EMMA DONNAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Emma Donnan Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Indianapolis Public Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 260 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 18 teachers, Emma Donnan Elementary School 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.

Emma Donnan Elementary School, located in the Fountain Square neighborhood of Indianapolis, serves a diverse student population as part of the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) district. Historically a middle school, the facility transitioned to an elementary school structure to better serve the growing needs of the surrounding community. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, striving to balance rigorous academic standards with social-emotional learning to ensure that students are prepared for both middle school and long-term success.

The school operates with a focus on community integration, frequently engaging with local families and neighborhood organizations to create a supportive learning environment. Emma Donnan is committed to fostering an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates student diversity while providing targeted resources to bridge achievement gaps. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, the school works to cultivate a culture of high expectations, aiming to equip its students with the foundational skills and critical thinking abilities necessary to thrive in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Emma Donnan Elementary School at (317) 217-1979 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.