Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Augusta Public Academy - South 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 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 94% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Augusta Public Academy - South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Augusta Public Academy - South's student population of 455 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Augusta Public Academy - South 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 New Augusta Public Academy - South is 0.49, 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
#1567 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
69%
13%
White
6%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Augusta Public Academy - South's ranking?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is ranked #1567 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Augusta Public Academy - South?
455 students attend New Augusta Public Academy - South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of New Augusta Public Academy - South students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Augusta Public Academy - South?
New Augusta Public Academy - South has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Augusta Public Academy - South offer ?
New Augusta Public Academy - South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is New Augusta Public Academy - South part of?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is New Augusta Public Academy - South located?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is located in the Augusta And New Augusta neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Augusta And New Augusta.
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