Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Irvington 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 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irvington Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irvington Preparatory Academy's student population of 326 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
'The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.' – Mahatma Gandhi
School Rankings
Irvington 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 Irvington Preparatory Academy is 0.64, 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
#1186 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
54%
62%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irvington Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Irvington Preparatory Academy is ranked #1186 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Irvington Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Irvington Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry, Paramount Brookside by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irvington Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Irvington Preparatory Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Irvington Preparatory Academy?
326 students attend Irvington Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Irvington Preparatory Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irvington Preparatory Academy?
Irvington Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Irvington Preparatory Academy offer ?
Irvington Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irvington Preparatory Academy part of?
Irvington Preparatory Academy is part of Irvington Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Irvington Preparatory Academy located?
Irvington Preparatory Academy is located in the Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Irvington.
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