Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Center For Inquiry School 84 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center For Inquiry School 84 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Center For Inquiry School 84's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center For Inquiry School 84 ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center For Inquiry School 84 is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center For Inquiry School 84's ranking?
Center For Inquiry School 84 is ranked #81 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Center For Inquiry School 84 often compared to?
Center For Inquiry School 84is often viewed alongside schools like Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55, Merle Sidener Gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Center For Inquiry School 84?
446 students attend Center For Inquiry School 84.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Center For Inquiry School 84 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center For Inquiry School 84?
Center For Inquiry School 84 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Center For Inquiry School 84 offer ?
Center For Inquiry School 84 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Center For Inquiry School 84 part of?
Center For Inquiry School 84 is part of Indianapolis Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Center For Inquiry School 84 located?
Center For Inquiry School 84 is located in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Meridian Kessler.
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