IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd

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.
107
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
2.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Demographic Student Count
White64
Hispanic12
Black23
Asian4
Two or More4
  • White
    64 (59.8 %)
  • Black
    23 (21.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    12 (11.2 %)
  • Asian
    4 (3.7 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten2
Kindergarten2
Grade 14
Grade 24
Grade 38
Grade 48
Grade 57
Grade 67
Grade 74
Grade 813
Grade 98
Grade 106
Grade 1114
Grade 1211
Ungraded9
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4340.2%
Male6459.8%
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