Irvington Preparatory Academy

Summary:

Irvington Preparatory Academy is an alternative public charter school in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving 959 students in grades K-12. The school is part of the Indianapolis Public Schools district, which is ranked 282 out of 381 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Irvington Preparatory Academy has a higher percentage of White students (60.06%) compared to nearby schools, it faces several challenges. The school's 4-year graduation rates have fluctuated between 60.2% and 72% over the past 5 years, lower than the state average. Additionally, Irvington Preparatory Academy has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 32%, significantly higher than the state average. Academically, the school's test scores on ILEARN and SAT assessments are generally lower than state averages, particularly in mathematics, with only 7.32% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in SAT Mathematics compared to the state average of 31.14%.

Compared to other alternative schools in the area, such as Impact Academy 1, Impact Academy 2, and RISE Learning Center, Irvington Preparatory Academy's performance is generally on par or slightly better. However, it lags behind the higher-performing Victory College Prep charter school in both academic achievement and graduation rates. The school's high percentage of students (72.78%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population, likely contributes to its lower academic performance and higher chronic absenteeism rates.


Detail:

Public, Charter, Alternative K-12

 5751 E University Ave
       Indianapolis, IN  46219


(317) 357-5359

District: Irvington Community School

SchoolDigger Rank:
325th of 431 Indiana Alternative Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,753 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  10.5 Help
Number of students:  959

Racial breakdown:

White:
60.1%
African American:
17.0%
Hispanic:
13.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  72.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Irvington Preparatory Academy is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 43.73. (See more...)
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Compare Details Irvington Preparatory Academy is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 38.99. (See more...)
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Compare Details Irvington Preparatory Academy ranks worse than 75.4% of high schools in Indiana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 24.95. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Irvington Preparatory Academy who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Irvington Preparatory Academy is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (60.1%), African American (17%), Hispanic (13.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 72.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Irvington Preparatory Academy is 10.5. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Irvington Preparatory Academy is $9,753.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Irvington Preparatory Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Irvington Preparatory Academy 325th of 431 Indiana public high schools. (See Irvington Preparatory Academy in the ranking list.)

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Irvington Community School:

SchoolDigger ranks Irvington Community School 281st of 381 Indiana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 37.64 253rd 326 22.4%
2005 37.83 689th 959 28.2%
2006 55.06 481st 961 49.9%
2007 56.55 488th 985 50.5%
2008 61.44 411th 996 58.7%
2009 64.95 368th 1003 63.3%
2010 65.11 374th 1009 62.9%
2011 54.74 556th 1025 45.8%
2012 67.50 327th 1015 67.8%
2013 49.01 634th 1035 38.7%
2014 53.43 568th 1036 45.2%
2015 48.23 619th 1040 40.5%
2016 55.71 532nd 1046 49.1%
2017 50.20 589th 1033 43.0%
2018 44.23 658th 1027 35.9%
2019 44.26 634th 1031 38.5%
2021 41.15 638th 1016 37.2%
2022 44.31 606th 1020 40.6%
2023 43.73 601st 1016 40.8%
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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 55.31 181st 370 51.1%
2006 35.25 303rd 375 19.2%
2007 28.70 329th 382 13.9%
2008 54.56 201st 392 48.7%
2009 65.08 144th 423 66.0%
2010 73.94 93rd 428 78.3%
2011 53.13 257th 451 43.0%
2012 65.77 151st 447 66.2%
2013 62.89 173rd 444 61.0%
2014 54.34 256th 470 45.5%
2015 54.66 237th 485 51.1%
2016 70.76 121st 494 75.5%
2017 56.21 216th 472 54.2%
2018 51.09 267th 473 43.6%
2019 46.57 267th 470 43.2%
2021 49.88 242nd 483 49.9%
2022 55.25 217th 490 55.7%
2023 38.99 303rd 489 38.0%
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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Rank History for all high school students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 30.93 298th 354 15.8%
2008 43.69 247th 360 31.4%
2009 12.30 334th 364 8.2%
2010 24.37 297th 362 18.0%
2011 58.98 107th 364 70.6%
2012 30.87 279th 373 25.2%
2014 25.09 302nd 379 20.3%
2015 37.23 278th 400 30.5%
2016 32.15 308th 394 21.8%
2017 33.70 278th 380 26.8%
2018 24.95 314th 385 18.4%
2019 14.07 345th 389 11.3%
2021 17.35 338th 388 12.9%
2022 31.77 292nd 409 28.6%
2023 27.61 298th 398 25.1%
2024 24.95 325th 431 24.6%
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Rank History for high school Special Education students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 15.85 272nd 285 4.6%
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Rank History for high school Low Socio Economic Status students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 34.51 266th 379 29.8%
2024 32.75 260th 377 31.0%
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Rank History for high school Female students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 28.87 289th 388 25.5%
2024 27.18 295th 392 24.7%
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Rank History for high school Male students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 24.91 300th 383 21.7%
2024 20.07 317th 392 19.1%
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Rank History for high school African American students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 74.62 26th 125 79.2%
2023 27.30 91st 125 27.2%
2024 21.28 119th 132 9.8%
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Rank History for high school Hispanic students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 15.70 144th 164 12.2%
2023 17.57 148th 166 10.8%
2024 12.96 172nd 184 6.5%
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Rank History for high school White students at Irvington Preparatory Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 43.47 216th 378 42.9%
2023 30.15 273rd 375 27.2%
2024 35.55 251st 381 34.1%
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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 100 18 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 118
2003 100 18 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 118
2004 110 16 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 129
2005 186 25 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 219
2006 321 30 1 8 2 n/a n/a 0 362
2007 396 32 2 13 0 n/a n/a 17 460
2008 444 42 2 13 1 n/a n/a 25 527
2009 506 53 3 22 2 n/a n/a 33 619
2010 558 83 5 26 3 n/a n/a 44 719
2011 675 108 5 36 1 0 65 0 890
2012 728 127 6 34 4 0 73 0 972
2013 773 131 4 49 1 0 70 0 1028
2014 733 112 5 70 1 0 84 0 1005
2015 734 113 4 81 1 0 89 0 1022
2016 726 119 5 91 2 0 100 0 1043
2017 697 130 5 94 1 0 98 0 1025
2018 651 126 3 109 0 0 105 0 994
2019 662 128 3 98 0 0 95 0 986
2020 677 135 3 111 0 0 107 0 1033
2021 669 157 3 121 0 1 86 0 1037
2022 613 152 2 127 0 1 83 0 978
2023 576 163 3 131 1 1 84 0 959

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 118 7.4 15.9 21.2
2003 118 7.4 15.9 21.2
2004 129 7.0 18.4 15.5
2005 219 11.6 18.9 32
2006 362 20.3 17.8 30.9
2007 460 n/a n/a 33.6
2008 527 35.4 14.9 45
2009 619 38.6 16.0 48.6
2010 719 44.5 16.1 48.7
2011 890 n/a n/a 53.6
2012 972 63.0 15.4 58.2
2013 1028 58.0 17.7 55.9
2014 1005 50.6 19.8 58.1
2015 1022 25.0 40.8 60.2
2016 1043 26.0 40.1 61.7
2017 1025 60.1 17.0 62.9
2018 994 59.0 16.8 65.1
2019 986 57.3 17.2 67.5
2020 1033 36.7 28.0 70.4
2021 1037 22.0 47.1 65.4
2022 978 79.0 12.3 62.5
2023 959 91.0 10.5 72.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 118 7.4 15.9 21.2
2003 118 7.4 15.9 21.2
2004 129 7.0 18.4 15.5
2005 219 11.6 18.9 32
2006 362 20.3 17.8 30.9
2007 460 n/a n/a 33.6
2008 527 35.4 14.9 45
2009 619 38.6 16.0 48.6
2010 719 44.5 16.1 48.7
2011 890 n/a n/a 53.6
2012 972 63.0 15.4 58.2
2013 1028 58.0 17.7 55.9
2014 1005 50.6 19.8 58.1
2015 1022 25.0 40.8 60.2
2016 1043 26.0 40.1 61.7
2017 1025 60.1 17.0 62.9
2018 994 59.0 16.8 65.1
2019 986 57.3 17.2 67.5
2020 1033 36.7 28.0 70.4
2021 1037 22.0 47.1 65.4
2022 978 79.0 12.3 62.5
2023 959 91.0 10.5 72.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Irvington Preparatory Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,175 (16.6%) $5,892 (83.4%) $7,067
2020 $1,301 (16.7%) $6,482 (83.3%) $7,784
2021 $1,017 (12.8%) $6,948 (87.2%) $7,965
2022 $2,182 (22.4%) $7,571 (77.6%) $9,753

Data source: Indiana Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Irvington Preparatory Academy

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 634th of 1031 Elementary schoolsRanks 601st of 1016 Elementary schools
 2.3%
Ranks 267th of 470 Middle schoolsRanks 303rd of 489 Middle schools
 5.2%
Ranks 345th of 389 High schoolsRanks 298th of 398 High schools
 13.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Preparatory Academy)43.137.9
 5.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Community School)43.137.9
 5.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)46.339.7
 6.6%
3rd Grade Math (Irvington Preparatory Academy)43.145.5
 2.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Irvington Community School)43.145.5
 2.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Indiana)58.753.1
 5.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Preparatory Academy)48.638.1
 10.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Community School)48.638.1
 10.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)45.840.3
 5.5%
4th Grade Math (Irvington Preparatory Academy)5047.6
 2.4%
   4th Grade Math (Irvington Community School)5047.6
 2.4%
   4th Grade Math (Indiana)5448.8
 5.2%
4th Grade Science (Irvington Preparatory Academy)5036.5
 13.5%
   4th Grade Science (Irvington Community School)5036.5
 13.5%
   4th Grade Science (Indiana)46.337
 9.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Preparatory Academy)44.939.7
 5.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Community School)44.939.7
 5.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)47.540.2
 7.3%
5th Grade Math (Irvington Preparatory Academy)39.119
 20.1%
   5th Grade Math (Irvington Community School)39.119
 20.1%
   5th Grade Math (Indiana)47.841.1
 6.7%
5th Grade Social Studies (Irvington Preparatory Academy)43.536.2
 7.3%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Irvington Community School)43.536.2
 7.3%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Indiana)4639.1
 6.9%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Preparatory Academy)35.332.4
 2.9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Community School)35.332.4
 2.9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)47.840.8
 7%
6th Grade Math (Irvington Preparatory Academy)37.710.1
 27.6%
   6th Grade Math (Irvington Community School)37.710.1
 27.6%
   6th Grade Math (Indiana)46.438.3
 8.1%
6th Grade Science (Irvington Preparatory Academy)37.731.4
 6.3%
   6th Grade Science (Irvington Community School)37.731.4
 6.3%
   6th Grade Science (Indiana)48.638.2
 10.4%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Preparatory Academy)50.732.1
 18.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Community School)50.732.1
 18.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)49.739.5
 10.2%
7th Grade Math (Irvington Preparatory Academy)37.311.5
 25.8%
   7th Grade Math (Irvington Community School)37.311.5
 25.8%
   7th Grade Math (Indiana)4232.9
 9.1%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Preparatory Academy)51.441.6
 9.8%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Irvington Community School)51.441.6
 9.8%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Indiana)50.743.8
 6.9%
8th Grade Math (Irvington Preparatory Academy)34.328.2
 6.1%
   8th Grade Math (Irvington Community School)34.328.2
 6.1%
   8th Grade Math (Indiana)3831.4
 6.6%
End of Course Biology (Irvington Preparatory Academy)5.317.4
 12.1%
   End of Course Biology (Irvington Community School)5.317.4
 12.1%
   End of Course Biology (Indiana)38.629
 9.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students986959
 2.7%
African American128163
 27.3%
American Indian01
Asian33
Hispanic98131
 33.7%
Pacific Islander01
White662576
 13%
Two or More Races9584
 11.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients67.5%72.8%
 5.2%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 959 students attended Irvington Preparatory Academy.

Students at Irvington Preparatory Academy are 60% White, 17% African American, 14% Hispanic, 9% Two or more races.

Irvington Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 24.6% of Indiana alternative schools.


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