Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Indiana School For The Deaf 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indiana School For The Deaf's student population of 298 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Indiana School For The Deaf is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
10%
13%
White
62%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indiana School For The Deaf?
The graduation rate of Indiana School For The Deaf is 40-59%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Indiana School For The Deaf?
298 students attend Indiana School For The Deaf.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Indiana School For The Deaf students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Indiana School For The Deaf offer ?
Indiana School For The Deaf offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Indiana School For The Deaf part of?
Indiana School For The Deaf is part of Indiana School For The Deaf School District.
In what neighborhood is Indiana School For The Deaf located?
Indiana School For The Deaf is located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Fairgrounds.
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