Irvington Preparatory Academy

5751 E University Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Irvington Preparatory 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 39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 328 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50% in IN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Irvington Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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School Overview

Irvington Preparatory Academy's student population of 328 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
328 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
91 teachers
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School Rankings

Irvington Preparatory 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 Irvington Preparatory Academy is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1095 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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29%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Irvington Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
39%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Irvington Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
22%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Irvington Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
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15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
17%
15%
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Black
17%
13%
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White
57%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.62
This chart displays the diversity score of Irvington Preparatory Academy and the public school average diversity score of Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
60-64%
88%
This chart displays graduation rate of Irvington Preparatory Academy and public school graduation rate of Indiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Irvington Preparatory Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Irvington Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Irvington Preparatory Academy is ranked #1095 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Irvington Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Irvington Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Plapromise Prep 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Irvington Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Irvington Preparatory Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Irvington Preparatory Academy?
328 students attend Irvington Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Irvington Preparatory Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Irvington Preparatory Academy offer ?
Irvington Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Irvington Preparatory Academy part of?
Irvington Preparatory Academy is part of Irvington Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Irvington Preparatory Academy located?
Irvington Preparatory Academy is located in the Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Irvington.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 328 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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