Summary:
Tindley Genesis Academy is the sole elementary school located in the Tindley Genesis Academy district in Indianapolis, Indiana. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, the school faces significant challenges in academic performance and student engagement compared to state averages.
While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.5 to 1, which could be an advantage, its academic outcomes are consistently well below state standards. On the 2023-2024 ILEARN tests, only 13.85% of 3rd-grade students were proficient in English Language Arts, and just 6.15% were proficient in math, compared to state averages of 38.6% and 52.4%, respectively. Additionally, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 47.2% is extremely high, indicating a significant challenge in student engagement and attendance.
The student population at Tindley Genesis Academy is predominantly African American (84.52%), with a large majority (87.62%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a high level of economic disadvantage. While the school's spending per student of $9,654 is slightly below the state average, addressing the unique needs of this student population will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improve educational outcomes and support student success.
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