Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Tindley Genesis 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 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 99% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tindley Genesis Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tindley Genesis Academy's student population of 420 students has grown by 99% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 138% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tindley Genesis 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 Tindley Genesis Academy is 0.29, 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
#1449 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
84%
13%
White
1%
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
82%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tindley Genesis Academy's ranking?
Tindley Genesis Academy is ranked #1449 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Tindley Genesis Academy?
420 students attend Tindley Genesis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Tindley Genesis Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tindley Genesis Academy?
Tindley Genesis Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tindley Genesis Academy offer ?
Tindley Genesis Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Tindley Genesis Academy part of?
Tindley Genesis Academy is part of Tindley Genesis Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Tindley Genesis Academy located?
Tindley Genesis Academy is located in the Meadows neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadows.
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