Herron Preparatory Academy serves 428 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10% in IN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herron Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Herron Preparatory Academy's student population of 428 students has grown by 256% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 422% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Herron Preparatory Academy is 0.67, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
33%
14%
White
45%
62%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Herron Preparatory Academy?
428 students attend Herron Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Herron Preparatory Academy students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herron Preparatory Academy?
Herron Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Herron Preparatory Academy offer ?
Herron Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Herron Preparatory Academy part of?
Herron Preparatory Academy is part of Herron Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Herron Preparatory Academy located?
Herron Preparatory Academy is located in the Near Northside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Near Northside.
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