Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paramount Online 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 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Paramount Online Academy's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paramount Online Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Online Academy is 0.59, 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
#1314 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
60%
13%
White
14%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paramount Online Academy's ranking?
Paramount Online Academy is ranked #1314 out of 1,763 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paramount Online Academy?
282 students attend Paramount Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Paramount Online Academy students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount Online Academy?
Paramount Online Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paramount Online Academy offer ?
Paramount Online Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Paramount Online Academy part of?
Paramount Online Academy is part of Paramount Online Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Paramount Online Academy located?
Paramount Online Academy is located in the Cottage Home neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Cottage Home.
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