Damar Charter Academy

5125 Decatur Blvd Ste D
Indianapolis, IN 46241
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 179 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 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 179 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50% in IN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Damar Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

Damar Charter Academy's student population of 179 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

School Rankings

Damar Charter Academy 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 Damar Charter Academy is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1537 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(22-23)
15-19%
39%
15-19%
41%
30-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
23%
13%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
(22-23)
≤20%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Damar Charter Academy's ranking?
Damar Charter Academy is ranked #1537 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?
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%.
How many students attend Damar Charter Academy?
179 students attend Damar Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Damar Charter Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% 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 13:1, 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 179 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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