Joshua Academy serves 252 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Joshua Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joshua Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Joshua Academy's student population of 252 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joshua Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Joshua Academy is 0.43, which is less 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
#1504 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
74%
13%
White
6%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joshua Academy's ranking?
Joshua Academy is ranked #1504 out of 1,755 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Joshua Academy?
252 students attend Joshua Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Joshua Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Joshua Academy offer ?
Joshua Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Joshua Academy part of?
Joshua Academy is part of Joshua Academy School District.
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