What grades does Frankie Woods McCullough Academy serve?

Frankie Woods McCullough Academy operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Gary area.

Where is Frankie Woods McCullough Academy located?

Frankie Woods McCullough Academy is a urban school in Gary, IN.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frankie Woods McCullough Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Frankie Woods McCullough Academy is 18.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Gary, IN?

Schools in Gary include Frankie Woods McCullough Academy and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Gary area.

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Frankie Woods McCullough Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: How many students attend Frankie Woods McCullough Academy?

Enrollment at Frankie Woods McCullough Academy stands at 416 students. The school is a Primary institution in the local district.

Primary|Gary, Indiana|Gary Community School Corp

Gary, IN 46407

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

416

Student:Teacher

18.1:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Gary Community School Corp

Econ. Disadvantaged

56.5%

Phone

(219)944-7301

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

6-9%

Math Proficiency

<=5%

Chronic Absenteeism

50.4%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

586

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$27,740

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,823

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$30,740

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 39%State 39%Local 22%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$338,685

+4.0% 1yr+32.7% 5yr

Chicago, IL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.0%

Below 150% poverty line

7.0%

Unemployment rate

6.8%

Uninsured residents

10.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

898

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

815

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

166 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

146 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

136 (17%)

Speech/Language Impairment

124 (15%)

Autism

108 (13%)

Emotional Disturbance

50 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

472

Current enrollment

Declining(-23% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 23, 2026

Fall Break (No School)

Break

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Fall Break (No School)

Break

Fri, Dec 18, 2026

Holiday Help Fair

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Gary Community School Corp. Frankie Woods McCullough Academy follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	LABOR DAY (HOLIDAY) - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Full Day for staff with PM Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Staff full day with PM Professional Dev. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Synchronous E-Learning (Parent/Teacher Conf)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Holiday Help FairDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—