Serving 617 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Edison School Of The Arts 47 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 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary E. Nicholson School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Indianapolis, IN, covering approximately 79.9 square miles. Families typically face a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 9.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison School Of The Arts 47's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edison School Of The Arts 47 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 Edison School Of The Arts 47 is 0.68, 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
#1416 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison School Of The Arts 47's ranking?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 is ranked #1416 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Edison School Of The Arts 47 often compared to?
Edison School Of The Arts 47is often viewed alongside schools like Avondale Meadows Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Edison School Of The Arts 47?
617 students attend Edison School Of The Arts 47.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Edison School Of The Arts 47 students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison School Of The Arts 47?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edison School Of The Arts 47 offer ?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison School Of The Arts 47 part of?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison School Of The Arts 47 located?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 is located in the Haughville neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Haughville.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Mary E. Nicholson School #70 is a perfect fit for my granddaughter and grandson. Both children are proud to be students in this school. I see the excitement in them, daily. Our only regret is that they will not be able to attend after 5th grade.
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