Serving 708 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School 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 20% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School's student population of 708 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School 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 Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1581 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
79%
13%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School's ranking?
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School is ranked #1581 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School often compared to?
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rousseau Mcclellan School 91, Kindezi Academy, Eagle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School?
708 students attend Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School?
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School offer ?
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School part of?
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School is part of KIPP Indy Unite Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School located?
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School is located in the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Martindale Brightwood.
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