Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Damar Charter 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Damar Charter Academy's student population of 180 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Damar Charter 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 Damar Charter Academy is 0.53, which is less 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
#1525 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
64%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≤20%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Damar Charter Academy's ranking?
Damar Charter Academy is ranked #1525 out of 1,743 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Damar Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Damar Charter Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Damar Charter Academy?
180 students attend Damar Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Damar Charter Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Damar Charter Academy?
Damar Charter Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Damar Charter Academy offer ?
Damar Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Damar Charter Academy part of?
Damar Charter Academy is part of Damar Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Damar Charter Academy located?
Damar Charter Academy is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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