Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George W Julian School 57 serves the eastern part of Indianapolis, IN, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry's student population of 165 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry 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 George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry is 0.66, 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
#1328 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
25%
14%
White
49%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry's ranking?
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry is ranked #1328 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry often compared to?
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiryis often viewed alongside schools like Irvington Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry?
165 students attend George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry?
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry offer ?
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry part of?
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry located?
George W. Julian School 57 Center For Inquiry is located in the Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Irvington.
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