Southport Elementary School

261 E Anniston Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227

550 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Southport Elementary School, located at 261 E Anniston Dr in Indianapolis, is a primary educational institution serving the Perry Township community. As part of the Perry Township Schools district, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of foundational skills for its young students. The school typically serves grades K–5 and places a strong emphasis on preparing students for the transition to middle school through a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state educational standards.

Beyond core academics, Southport Elementary is known for its commitment to community engagement and inclusivity, reflecting the diverse demographics of the surrounding area. The school staff often focuses on personalized learning strategies to meet the varied needs of its student body, while also encouraging parental involvement through active PTA initiatives and school-wide events. By focusing on both rigorous instruction and a welcoming school culture, Southport Elementary strives to provide a stable, enriching environment where students can build the confidence and knowledge necessary for their future educational success.

550

Total Students

38.6

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

67.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southport Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	141
Hispanic	57
Black	52
Asian	272
Two or More	27
American Indian	1

Asian
272 (49.5 %)
White
141 (25.6 %)
Hispanic
57 (10.4 %)
Black
52 (9.5 %)
Two or More
27 (4.9 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Perry Township Schools
Phone:	(317)789-3300
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	550
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	38.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	336
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 23

Kindergarten 92

Grade 1 75

Grade 2 82

Grade 3 92

Grade 4 92

Grade 5 94