Serving 228 students in grades 5-8, Paramount Englewood ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Englewood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Paramount Englewood's student population of 228 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Paramount Englewood ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Englewood is 0.65, which is more 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
#415 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
52%
13%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Paramount Englewood's ranking?
Paramount Englewood is ranked #415 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paramount Englewood?
228 students attend Paramount Englewood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Paramount Englewood students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paramount Englewood?
Paramount Englewood has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paramount Englewood offer ?
Paramount Englewood offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paramount Englewood part of?
Paramount Englewood is part of Paramount Englewood School District.
In what neighborhood is Paramount Englewood located?
Paramount Englewood is located in the Near Southside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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