Charter School of the Dunes

Charter School of the Dunes is the sole elementary school (grades K-8) in the Charter School of the Dunes district, which is ranked 353 out of 380 districts in Indiana and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. With a total enrollment of 674 students, the school faces significant challenges in providing quality education to its highly economically disadvantaged student population.

The school's academic performance is consistently low, with only 13.12% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and just 6.91% proficient or better in math, compared to state averages around 40-50%. Additionally, the school has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%, which can further hinder student learning and outcomes. These academic struggles may be exacerbated by the school's limited resources, as indicated by its low district ranking and 0-star rating.

Despite these challenges, Charter School of the Dunes serves a student population that is 95.1% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting the need for targeted support and resources to address the significant socioeconomic barriers faced by its students. Addressing the school's low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and potential resource constraints will be crucial for improving student outcomes and better serving the community.