Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Indianapolis Metropolitan High 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School 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 Indianapolis Metropolitan High School is 0.60, 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
#1698 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
58%
13%
White
17%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indianapolis Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School is ranked #1698 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indianapolis Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Indianapolis Metropolitan High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Indianapolis Metropolitan High School?
208 students attend Indianapolis Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Indianapolis Metropolitan High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indianapolis Metropolitan High School?
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indianapolis Metropolitan High School offer ?
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Indianapolis Metropolitan High School part of?
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School is part of Indianapolis Metropolitan High School District.
In what neighborhood is Indianapolis Metropolitan High School located?
Indianapolis Metropolitan High School is located in the Near Westside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other public schools located in Near Westside.
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