Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Augusta Public Academy - South 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 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Augusta Public Academy - South's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
Together We Are Soaring Higher
School Rankings
New Augusta Public Academy - South 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 New Augusta Public Academy - South is 0.48, 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
#1464 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
70%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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
What is New Augusta Public Academy - South's ranking?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is ranked #1464 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Augusta Public Academy - South?
437 students attend New Augusta Public Academy - South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of New Augusta Public Academy - South students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Augusta Public Academy - South?
New Augusta Public Academy - South has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Augusta Public Academy - South offer ?
New Augusta Public Academy - South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Augusta Public Academy - South part of?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is New Augusta Public Academy - South located?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is located in the Augusta And New Augusta neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Augusta And New Augusta.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
New Augusta South was a very nice elementary school I attended! I liked Ms. Holom. She was very nice! I had really good memories here at this school.
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