Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Edison School Of The Arts 47 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison School Of The Arts 47 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edison School Of The Arts 47's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Edison School Of The Arts 47 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison School Of The Arts 47 is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1417 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
15%
Black
42%
13%
White
16%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Edison School Of The Arts 47's ranking?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 is ranked #1417 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Edison School Of The Arts 47 often compared to?
Edison School Of The Arts 47is often viewed alongside schools like Avondale Meadows Academy 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 38% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Edison School Of The Arts 47?
604 students attend Edison School Of The Arts 47.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Edison School Of The Arts 47 students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Edison School Of The Arts 47 offer ?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison School Of The Arts 47 part of?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison School Of The Arts 47 located?
Edison School Of The Arts 47 is located in the Haughville neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Haughville.
School Reviews
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