Serving 856 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paramount Brookside ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Brookside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paramount Brookside's student population of 856 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Paramount Brookside ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Brookside is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#368 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
53%
13%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Paramount Brookside's ranking?
Paramount Brookside is ranked #368 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paramount Brookside often compared to?
Paramount Brooksideis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside School 54 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paramount Brookside?
856 students attend Paramount Brookside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Paramount Brookside students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount Brookside?
Paramount Brookside has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paramount Brookside offer ?
Paramount Brookside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paramount Brookside part of?
Paramount Brookside is part of Paramount Brookside School District.
In what neighborhood is Paramount Brookside located?
Paramount Brookside is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in Near Eastside.
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