Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School's student population of 391 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School 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 Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School is 0.30, 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
#1525 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Hispanic
83%
15%
Black
12%
14%
White
3%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gophers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School's ranking?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School is ranked #1525 out of 1,743 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School?
391 students attend Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School offer ?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School part of?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School located?
Meredith Nicholson School 96 - An Exploratory School is located in the Northwest High School neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest High School.
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