Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Avondale Meadows 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avondale Meadows Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Avondale Meadows Academy's student population of 332 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avondale Meadows Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avondale Meadows Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1604 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
86%
14%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avondale Meadows Academy's ranking?
Avondale Meadows Academy is ranked #1604 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Avondale Meadows Academy often compared to?
Avondale Meadows Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edison School Of The Arts 47 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Avondale Meadows Academy?
332 students attend Avondale Meadows Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Avondale Meadows Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avondale Meadows Academy?
Avondale Meadows Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Avondale Meadows Academy offer ?
Avondale Meadows Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avondale Meadows Academy part of?
Avondale Meadows Academy is part of Avondale Meadows Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Avondale Meadows Academy located?
Avondale Meadows Academy is located in the Meadows neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 4 other public schools located in Meadows.
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