Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc 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 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc's student population of 239 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc 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 Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc is 0.22, 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)
≤10%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
88%
13%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc's ranking?
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc 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 Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc?
239 students attend Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc?
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc offer ?
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc part of?
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc is part of Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc located?
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc is located in the Far Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 14 other public schools located in Far Eastside.
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