Serving 777 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Anderson Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Anderson Preparatory Academy's student population of 777 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 204% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
777 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anderson Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson Preparatory Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1669 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
27%
14%
White
41%
62%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Anderson Preparatory Academy is ranked #1669 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Anderson Preparatory Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Anderson Preparatory Academy?
777 students attend Anderson Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Anderson Preparatory Academy students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Preparatory Academy?
Anderson Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anderson Preparatory Academy offer ?
Anderson Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Preparatory Academy part of?
Anderson Preparatory Academy is part of Anderson Preparatory Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Love APA and so does my son! I have NEVER witnessed a school where the teachers are so involved and so happy to be there ! They are always there for your children!
2 10/10/2025
Our boys have grown up at Anderson and they love it! The Academy provides amazing activates to stimulate their little minds: Interactive learning lessons, karate class, drawing, painting, and supported by their excellent staff. Thank you for all the love you've given our boys.
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