Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Enlace 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Enlace Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Enlace Academy's student population of 658 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 95% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Enlace 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 Enlace Academy is 0.32, which is less 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
#1697 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
81%
14%
Black
15%
13%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Enlace Academy's ranking?
Enlace Academy is ranked #1697 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Enlace Academy often compared to?
Enlace Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Meredith Nicholson School 96 by visitors of our site.
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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Enlace Academy?
658 students attend Enlace Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Enlace Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Enlace Academy?
Enlace Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Enlace Academy offer ?
Enlace Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Enlace Academy part of?
Enlace Academy is part of Enlace Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Enlace Academy located?
Enlace Academy is located in the Northwest High School neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest High School.
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