Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Meredith Nicholson School 96 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meredith Nicholson School 96 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Meredith Nicholson School 96's student population of 396 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Gophers
School Rankings
Meredith Nicholson School 96 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 Meredith Nicholson School 96 is 0.28, 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
#1525 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
84%
15%
Black
11%
13%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gophers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredith Nicholson School 96's ranking?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 is ranked #1525 out of 1,743 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 39% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Meredith Nicholson School 96?
396 students attend Meredith Nicholson School 96.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Meredith Nicholson School 96 students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meredith Nicholson School 96?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meredith Nicholson School 96 offer ?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meredith Nicholson School 96 part of?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Meredith Nicholson School 96 located?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 is located in the Northwest High School neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest High School.
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