Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Plaza Park International Prep 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 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plaza Park International Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Plaza Park International Prep Academy's student population of 592 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plaza Park International Prep 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 Plaza Park International Prep Academy is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
22%
13%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plaza Park International Prep Academy's ranking?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is ranked #1199 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Plaza Park International Prep Academy often compared to?
Plaza Park International Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Plaza Park International Prep Academy?
592 students attend Plaza Park International Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Plaza Park International Prep Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plaza Park International Prep Academy?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plaza Park International Prep Academy offer ?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plaza Park International Prep Academy part of?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Plaza Park International Prep Academy located?
Plaza Park International Prep Academy is located in the Plaza Park neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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