Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning's student population of 566 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning 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 Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning is 0.30, 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
#1732 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
83%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
1%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 20-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 Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning's ranking?
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning is ranked #1732 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning?
566 students attend Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning?
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning offer ?
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning part of?
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning is part of Gary Community School Corp School District.
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