Serving 680 students in grades 6, Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy's student population of 680 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Meridian 6th Grade 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
#765 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
9%
13%
White
37%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy is ranked #765 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy often compared to?
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Center Grove Middle School Central, Center Grove Middle School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy?
680 students attend Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy?
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy part of?
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy located?
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy is located in the Hill Valley Estates neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hill Valley Estates.
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