Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, Plaza Park International Prep 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 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plaza Park International Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Plaza Park International Prep Academy's student population of 631 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plaza Park International Prep Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plaza Park International Prep Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#1161 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
18%
13%
White
52%
65%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plaza Park International Prep Academy's ranking?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is ranked #1161 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Plaza Park International Prep Academy often compared to?
Plaza Park International Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Plaza Park International Prep Academy?
631 students attend Plaza Park International Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Plaza Park International Prep Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plaza Park International Prep Academy?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plaza Park International Prep Academy offer ?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plaza Park International Prep Academy part of?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
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