Serving 1,062 students in grades 9-12, Christel House Dors ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christel House Dors's student population of 1,062 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 193% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,062 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Christel House Dors ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christel House Dors is 0.59, 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
#479 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
46%
15%
Black
45%
14%
White
6%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)20-24%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
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 Christel House Dors's ranking?
Christel House Dors is ranked #479 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Christel House Dors?
The graduation rate of Christel House Dors is 20-24%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Christel House Dors?
1,062 students attend Christel House Dors.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Christel House Dors students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christel House Dors?
Christel House Dors has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Christel House Dors offer ?
Christel House Dors offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christel House Dors part of?
Christel House Dors is part of Christel House Dors School District.
In what neighborhood is Christel House Dors located?
Christel House Dors is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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