IN MATH & SCIENCE ACADEMY
IN Math & Science Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the IN Math & Science Academy school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 589 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, IN Math & Science Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Indiana Math and Science Academy (IMSA) - West, located on West 38th Street in Indianapolis, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. As part of a network of schools dedicated to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, the academy emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for college readiness and future career success. The school focuses on small class sizes and a personalized learning environment, aiming to bridge achievement gaps by providing extra support and individualized attention to its diverse student body.
Beyond its academic core, IMSA - West places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement. The school fosters a culture of high expectations, encouraging students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are applicable in a global society. By integrating extracurricular activities, competitive robotics programs, and college preparatory services, the academy strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that supports both the intellectual and personal growth of its students within the Indianapolis community.
For more information, contact IN Math & Science Academy at (317) 298-0025 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Indianapolis, IN 46254
(317) 298-0025
IN MATH & SCIENCE ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Indianapolis, IN with about 589 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Indianapolis Charter School Board - District:
- IN Math & Science Academy
- Total Students:
- 589
- Teachers:
- 33.42
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 589 students
- Black or African American
- 61.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 34.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- White
- 2.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.9%
- Male
- 53.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.