Serving 583 students in grades 6, Southport 6th Grade 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 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southport 6th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southport 6th Grade Academy's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Southport 6th Grade 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 Southport 6th Grade Academy is 0.74, 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
#967 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
3%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
12%
13%
White
36%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southport 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Southport 6th Grade Academy is ranked #967 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southport 6th Grade Academy often compared to?
Southport 6th Grade Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Southport 6th Grade Academy?
583 students attend Southport 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Southport 6th Grade Academy students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southport 6th Grade Academy?
Southport 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southport 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Southport 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Southport 6th Grade Academy part of?
Southport 6th Grade Academy is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
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