Serving 353 students in grades 7-12, Charles A Tindley Accelerated School 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 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School's student population of 353 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School 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 Charles A Tindley Accelerated School is 0.24, which is less 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
#1531 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
87%
13%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Charles A Tindley Accelerated School's ranking?
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School is ranked #1531 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles A Tindley Accelerated School?
The graduation rate of Charles A Tindley Accelerated School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Charles A Tindley Accelerated School?
353 students attend Charles A Tindley Accelerated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Charles A Tindley Accelerated School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles A Tindley Accelerated School?
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles A Tindley Accelerated School offer ?
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles A Tindley Accelerated School part of?
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School is part of Charles A Tindley Accelerated School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles A Tindley Accelerated School located?
Charles A Tindley Accelerated School is located in the Meadows neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadows.
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