Summary:
ACE Preparatory Academy is the sole elementary public charter school located in Indianapolis, Indiana. This small school serves 117 students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade.
Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio, ACE Preparatory Academy is struggling academically. The school has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger and its statewide rank has declined over the past three school years, now sitting at 763 out of 1,005 Indiana elementary schools. Student performance on standardized tests is significantly below state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with only 22.22% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math in the 2024-2025 school year, compared to state averages of 40.3%-41.4% and 39.7%-51.5%, respectively. The school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%.
These concerning academic outcomes may be influenced by the high percentage of students (77.78%) who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. To address these challenges, ACE Preparatory Academy may need to implement significant interventions and improvements, such as examining curriculum, instructional practices, student support services, and family engagement. Targeted resources and support from the district and state may also be necessary to help the school improve its educational outcomes.
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