Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Path School 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Path School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Path School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Path School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Path School is 0.52, which is less 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
#1743 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
66%
14%
Black
19%
13%
White
10%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
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 The Path School's ranking?
The Path School is ranked #1743 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend The Path School?
512 students attend The Path School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of The Path School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Path School?
The Path School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Path School offer ?
The Path School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is The Path School part of?
The Path School is part of The Path School District.
In what neighborhood is The Path School located?
The Path School is located in the Fairfax neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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