Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, The Hope Academy - Inc. ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Hope Academy - Inc.'s student population of 31 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 240% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The Hope Academy - Inc. ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Hope Academy - Inc. is 0.65, 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
#479 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
32%
14%
White
48%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hope Academy - Inc.'s ranking?
The Hope Academy - Inc. is ranked #479 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Hope Academy - Inc.?
The graduation rate of The Hope Academy - Inc. is 50%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend The Hope Academy - Inc.?
31 students attend The Hope Academy - Inc..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of The Hope Academy - Inc. students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Hope Academy - Inc.?
The Hope Academy - Inc. has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Hope Academy - Inc. offer ?
The Hope Academy - Inc. offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Hope Academy - Inc. part of?
The Hope Academy - Inc. is part of The HOPE Academy- Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is The Hope Academy - Inc. located?
The Hope Academy - Inc. is located in the North Perry neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in North Perry.
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