Serving 377 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Indy Legacy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 96% 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: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Indy Legacy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kipp Indy Legacy High School's student population of 377 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Indy Legacy 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 Kipp Indy Legacy High School is 0.37, 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
#1552 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
16%
14%
Black
78%
13%
White
4%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Indy Legacy High School's ranking?
Kipp Indy Legacy High School is ranked #1552 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Kipp Indy Legacy High School?
377 students attend Kipp Indy Legacy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kipp Indy Legacy High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Indy Legacy High School?
Kipp Indy Legacy High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Indy Legacy High School offer ?
Kipp Indy Legacy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Indy Legacy High School part of?
Kipp Indy Legacy High School is part of KIPP Indy Legacy High School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Indy Legacy High School located?
Kipp Indy Legacy High School is located in the Washington Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Washington Township.
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