Serving 686 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blue 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 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blue Academy's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Academy is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1340 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
35%
13%
White
47%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Academy's ranking?
Blue Academy is ranked #1340 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Blue Academy often compared to?
Blue Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gold Academy, Daniel Webster School 46 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Blue Academy?
686 students attend Blue Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Blue Academy students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Academy?
Blue Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blue Academy offer ?
Blue Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Blue Academy part of?
Blue Academy is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Blue Academy located?
Blue Academy is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
School Reviews
5 7/5/2021
Good school, never bullied, and I learned a lot.
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