The Bloomington Project School

The Bloomington Project School is the sole public charter school serving grades K-8 in Bloomington, Indiana. This standout institution has consistently demonstrated academic excellence, with students outperforming state averages in English Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies across all grade levels. The school's diverse student population, efficient resource allocation, and strong statewide ranking make it a shining example of quality education in the region.

The Bloomington Project School has been ranked among the top elementary schools in Indiana, placing 93rd out of 1,020 schools in 2021-2022 and 181st out of 1,010 schools in 2023-2024, with a 4- or 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its student body is relatively diverse, with 78.48% White, 3.94% African American, 7.27% Hispanic, and 3.03% Asian students. The school's academic performance is particularly impressive, with ELA proficiency rates ranging from 57.58% to 65.85% and Math proficiency rates from 29.17% to 64.86%, significantly outpacing state averages.

While the Bloomington Project School has many strengths, it does face some challenges, such as a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.8%. However, the school's efficient resource allocation, with $8,405 spent per student and a student-teacher ratio of 13.7, suggests that it is well-equipped to address these issues and continue providing a high-quality, equitable education to its students.