IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
107 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI), located on North College Avenue in Indianapolis, serves as a specialized educational institution dedicated to empowering students who are blind or low-vision. The school provides a comprehensive academic curriculum tailored to meet the unique learning needs of its students, ranging from preschool through high school. By focusing on both rigorous core subjects and the "Expanded Core Curriculum"—which includes instruction in braille, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, and independent living skills—the school ensures that students gain the independence and confidence necessary to navigate the world successfully.
Beyond its academic offerings, ISBVI functions as a vital resource center for the entire state of Indiana. The campus is designed to be a supportive, inclusive environment where students can participate in athletics, extracurricular activities, and social development programs alongside peers who share similar experiences. Through a blend of residential and day-student options, the school fosters a strong sense of community while working closely with families and local school districts to provide outreach services, professional development, and specialized materials to blind and visually impaired students throughout the state.
Beyond its academic offerings, ISBVI functions as a vital resource center for the entire state of Indiana. The campus is designed to be a supportive, inclusive environment where students can participate in athletics, extracurricular activities, and social development programs alongside peers who share similar experiences. Through a blend of residential and day-student options, the school fosters a strong sense of community while working closely with families and local school districts to provide outreach services, professional development, and specialized materials to blind and visually impaired students throughout the state.
107
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
2.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 64 |
| Hispanic | 12 |
| Black | 23 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 4 |
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White64 (59.8 %)
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Black23 (21.5 %)
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Hispanic12 (11.2 %)
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Asian4 (3.7 %)
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Two or More4 (3.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd |
| Phone: | (317)253-1481 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 107 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 2.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 58 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
2
Kindergarten
2
Grade 1
4
Grade 2
4
Grade 3
8
Grade 4
8
Grade 5
7
Grade 6
7
Grade 7
4
Grade 8
13
Grade 9
8
Grade 10
6
Grade 11
14
Grade 12
11
Ungraded
9
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 2 |
| Kindergarten | 2 |
| Grade 1 | 4 |
| Grade 2 | 4 |
| Grade 3 | 8 |
| Grade 4 | 8 |
| Grade 5 | 7 |
| Grade 6 | 7 |
| Grade 7 | 4 |
| Grade 8 | 13 |
| Grade 9 | 8 |
| Grade 10 | 6 |
| Grade 11 | 14 |
| Grade 12 | 11 |
| Ungraded | 9 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 43 | 40.2% |
| Male | 64 | 59.8% |
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