Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Charter School Of The Dunes 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charter School Of The Dunes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charter School Of The Dunes's student population of 674 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Charter School Of The Dunes 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 Charter School Of The Dunes is 0.22, 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
#1757 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
88%
13%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
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 Charter School Of The Dunes's ranking?
Charter School Of The Dunes is ranked #1757 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Charter School Of The Dunes often compared to?
Charter School Of The Dunesis often viewed alongside schools like 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary, Aspire Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Charter School Of The Dunes?
674 students attend Charter School Of The Dunes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Charter School Of The Dunes students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charter School Of The Dunes?
Charter School Of The Dunes has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charter School Of The Dunes offer ?
Charter School Of The Dunes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charter School Of The Dunes part of?
Charter School Of The Dunes is part of Charter School Of The Dunes School District.
In what neighborhood is Charter School Of The Dunes located?
Charter School Of The Dunes is located in the Miller Beach neighborhood of Gary, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Miller Beach.
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