Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blue 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 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Academy serves the northwest part of its school district in Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Academy's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Student Invested, Community Connected.
School Rankings
Blue 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 Blue Academy is 0.65, 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
#1266 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Academy's ranking?
Blue Academy is ranked #1266 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Blue Academy often compared to?
Blue Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Academy, Daniel Webster School 46 - An Exploratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Blue Academy?
687 students attend Blue Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Blue Academy students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Academy?
Blue Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blue Academy offer ?
Blue Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Academy part of?
Blue Academy is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Blue Academy located?
Blue Academy is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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