Serving 314 students in grades 2-8, Merle Sidener Gifted Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy's student population of 314 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merle Sidener Gifted Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#25 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
24%
13%
White
45%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
8%
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 Merle Sidener Gifted Academy's ranking?
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy is ranked #25 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Merle Sidener Gifted Academy often compared to?
Merle Sidener Gifted Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Center For Inquiry School 84 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Merle Sidener Gifted Academy?
314 students attend Merle Sidener Gifted Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Merle Sidener Gifted Academy students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merle Sidener Gifted Academy?
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Merle Sidener Gifted Academy offer ?
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Merle Sidener Gifted Academy part of?
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy is part of Indianapolis Public Schools School District.
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