Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Meredith Nicholson School 96 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meredith Nicholson School 96 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Meredith Nicholson School 96's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meredith Nicholson School 96 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 Meredith Nicholson School 96 is 0.28, 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
#1476 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
84%
14%
Black
12%
13%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredith Nicholson School 96's ranking?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 is ranked #1476 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Meredith Nicholson School 96?
358 students attend Meredith Nicholson School 96.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Meredith Nicholson School 96 students are Hispanic, 12% 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 Meredith Nicholson School 96?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meredith Nicholson School 96 offer ?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Meredith Nicholson School 96 part of?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Meredith Nicholson School 96 located?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 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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