Serving 843 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paramount Brookside ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 26:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Paramount Brookside's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paramount Brookside ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Brookside is 0.64, which is more 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
#272 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
53%
14%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Paramount Brookside's ranking?
Paramount Brookside is ranked #272 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paramount Brookside often compared to?
Paramount Brooksideis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside School 54 - An Exploratory School, Paramount Cottage Home by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paramount Brookside?
843 students attend Paramount Brookside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Paramount Brookside students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paramount Brookside?
Paramount Brookside has a student ration of 26:1, 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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