IRVINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Irvington Community School is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Irvington Community School school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 994 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 59 teachers, Irvington Community School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Irvington Community School, located in the historic Irvington neighborhood of Indianapolis, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-12. The institution is known for its commitment to the "Irvington Way," a core set of values that emphasizes academic excellence, personal responsibility, and community involvement. By fostering a small-school environment, the campus aims to provide a personalized learning experience that encourages students to develop critical thinking skills and a strong sense of character, preparing them for post-secondary success.
Beyond its academic curriculum, the school places a significant emphasis on community integration and the development of the "whole child." Because it is rooted in one of Indianapolis's most distinct historic districts, the school often incorporates the local environment into its educational programming. With a focus on small class sizes and individualized instruction, Irvington Community School strives to create a supportive, inclusive atmosphere where students are challenged to reach their full potential while actively participating in the civic life of their community.
For more information, contact Irvington Community School at (317) 357-5359 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-5359
IRVINGTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in Indianapolis, IN with about 994 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Indianapolis Charter School Board - District:
- Irvington Community School
- Total Students:
- 994
- Teachers:
- 59
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 994 students
- White
- 65.5%
- Black or African American
- 12.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.0%
- Two or more races
- 10.6%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.