The Nature School Of Central Indiana

6102 Boy Scout Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 145 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Nature School Of Central Indiana ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 145 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50% in IN
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

The Nature School Of Central Indiana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

The Nature School Of Central Indiana's student population of 145 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
145 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
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School Rankings

The Nature School Of Central Indiana ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Nature School Of Central Indiana is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#685 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
30-34%
38%
50-54%
41%
40-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
3%
15%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in The Nature School Of Central Indiana and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
4%
13%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in The Nature School Of Central Indiana and the percentage of Black public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
92%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in The Nature School Of Central Indiana and the percentage of White public school students in Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in The Nature School Of Central Indiana.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Indiana.
0.15
This chart displays the diversity score of The Nature School Of Central Indiana and the public school average diversity score of Indiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Nature School Of Central Indiana's ranking?
The Nature School Of Central Indiana is ranked #685 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are The Nature School Of Central Indiana often compared to?
The Nature School Of Central Indianais often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Elementary School, Brook Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend The Nature School Of Central Indiana?
145 students attend The Nature School Of Central Indiana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of The Nature School Of Central Indiana students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Nature School Of Central Indiana?
The Nature School Of Central Indiana has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Nature School Of Central Indiana offer ?
The Nature School Of Central Indiana offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Nature School Of Central Indiana part of?
The Nature School Of Central Indiana is part of The Nature School Of Central Indiana School District.
In what neighborhood is The Nature School Of Central Indiana located?
The Nature School Of Central Indiana is located in the Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 4 other public schools located in Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 145 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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