Serving 610 students in grades 6-8, Plaza Park International Prep Academy 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 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plaza Park International Prep Academy serves the eastern part of Evansville, IN, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plaza Park International Prep Academy's student population of 610 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plaza Park International Prep Academy 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 Plaza Park International Prep Academy is 0.69, 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
#1193 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plaza Park International Prep Academy's ranking?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is ranked #1193 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Plaza Park International Prep Academy often compared to?
Plaza Park International Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgary Middle School, Helfrich Park Stem Academy, Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Plaza Park International Prep Academy?
610 students attend Plaza Park International Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Plaza Park International Prep Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plaza Park International Prep Academy?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plaza Park International Prep Academy offer ?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plaza Park International Prep Academy part of?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Plaza Park International Prep Academy located?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is located in the Plaza Park neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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