Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Center For Inquiry School 27 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 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center For Inquiry School 27 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Center For Inquiry School 27's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Center For Inquiry School 27 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 Center For Inquiry School 27 is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1291 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
35%
13%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center For Inquiry School 27's ranking?
Center For Inquiry School 27 is ranked #1291 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Center For Inquiry School 27 often compared to?
Center For Inquiry School 27is often viewed alongside schools like Center For Inquiry School 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Center For Inquiry School 27?
460 students attend Center For Inquiry School 27.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Center For Inquiry School 27 students are Black, 30% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center For Inquiry School 27?
Center For Inquiry School 27 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Center For Inquiry School 27 offer ?
Center For Inquiry School 27 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center For Inquiry School 27 part of?
Center For Inquiry School 27 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Center For Inquiry School 27 located?
Center For Inquiry School 27 is located in the Near Northside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Near Northside.
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