Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Christel House Academy West 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christel House Academy West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Christel House Academy West's student population of 491 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christel House Academy West 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 Christel House Academy West is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1631 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
60%
15%
Black
32%
13%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christel House Academy West's ranking?
Christel House Academy West is ranked #1631 out of 1,763 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Christel House Academy West?
491 students attend Christel House Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Christel House Academy West students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christel House Academy West?
Christel House Academy West has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Christel House Academy West offer ?
Christel House Academy West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Christel House Academy West part of?
Christel House Academy West is part of Christel House Academy West School District.
In what neighborhood is Christel House Academy West located?
Christel House Academy West is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hawthorne.
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