Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-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 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 58% 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-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gold Academy serves the eastern part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gold Academy's student population of 529 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gold Academy 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 Gold Academy is 0.70, 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
#1408 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold Academy's ranking?
Gold Academy is ranked #1408 out of 1,743 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Gold Academy?
529 students attend Gold Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gold Academy students are White, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gold Academy?
Gold Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gold Academy offer ?
Gold Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
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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