Serving 576 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aspire Charter 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 20% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aspire Charter Academy's student population of 576 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspire Charter 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 Aspire Charter Academy is 0.34, 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
#1412 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
80%
13%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Charter Academy's ranking?
Aspire Charter Academy is ranked #1412 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Aspire Charter Academy often compared to?
Aspire Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thea Bowman Leadership Academy, West Side Leadership Academy, Longfellow New Tech Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Aspire Charter Academy?
576 students attend Aspire Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Aspire Charter Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspire Charter Academy?
Aspire Charter Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aspire Charter Academy offer ?
Aspire Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aspire Charter Academy part of?
Aspire Charter Academy is part of Aspire Charter Academy School District.
School Reviews
2 6/9/2020
THE CHARTER SCHOOL ASPIRE GAVE OUT LUNCH AND BREAKFAST DURING THE TIME OF THE PANADIMEC WHICH HELPED ME BECAUSE THEIR MOTHER AND FATHER WERE LAID OFF. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DID 2 HELP ME DURING THIS SITUATION. I GIVE THE SCHOOL A 5 STAR RATING.
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