Serving 117 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ace Preparatory 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ace Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ace Preparatory Academy's student population of 117 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Ace Preparatory 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 Ace Preparatory Academy is 0.44, 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
#1289 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
73%
13%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Ace Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Ace Preparatory Academy is ranked #1289 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Ace Preparatory Academy?
117 students attend Ace Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ace Preparatory Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ace Preparatory Academy?
Ace Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ace Preparatory Academy offer ?
Ace Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ace Preparatory Academy part of?
Ace Preparatory Academy is part of ACE Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Ace Preparatory Academy located?
Ace Preparatory Academy is located in the Canterbury Chatard neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Canterbury Chatard.
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