Serving 638 students in grades 1-6, Gold 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 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gold Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gold Academy's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gold Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gold Academy is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1434 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
23%
13%
White
56%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold Academy's ranking?
Gold Academy is ranked #1434 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Gold Academy often compared to?
Gold Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Academy, Valley Mills Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Gold Academy?
638 students attend Gold Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gold Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gold Academy?
Gold Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gold Academy offer ?
Gold Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Gold Academy part of?
Gold Academy is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Gold Academy located?
Gold Academy is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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