Paramount Brookside

Charter School 803 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Paramount School of Excellence, located on Nowland Avenue in Indianapolis, is a public charter school known for its rigorous academic environment and focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. Serving students in the K-8 grade range, the school has gained a strong reputation for high academic performance, frequently outperforming state averages on standardized assessments. Its curriculum is designed to be challenging, with an emphasis on hands-on learning experiences, such as the school’s well-regarded agriculture and science programs, which often include greenhouse and hydroponic learning labs for students.

Beyond academics, Paramount School of Excellence is recognized for its structured school culture and its commitment to serving the urban community in the Near Eastside of Indianapolis. The school operates with a focus on providing equitable educational opportunities and maintaining high expectations for both students and staff. By integrating inquiry-based learning with a college-preparatory mindset, the institution aims to prepare its students for success in high-level high school programs and beyond, acting as a notable example of charter-based educational success in the region.
803
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
23.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Paramount Brookside
Demographic Student Count
White152
Hispanic156
Black415
Asian6
Two or More73
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    415 (51.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    156 (19.4 %)
  • White
    152 (18.9 %)
  • Two or More
    73 (9.1 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Paramount Brookside
Phone: (317)775-6660
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 803
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 554
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 43
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 88
Grade 1 98
Grade 2 105
Grade 3 84
Grade 4 89
Grade 5 86
Grade 6 88
Grade 7 83
Grade 8 82

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Paramount Brookside
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten88
Grade 198
Grade 2105
Grade 384
Grade 489
Grade 586
Grade 688
Grade 783
Grade 882
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Paramount Brookside
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37646.8%
Male42753.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)