Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Paramount Cottage Home ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Cottage Home ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Paramount Cottage Home's student population of 230 students has grown by 123% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 183% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paramount Cottage Home ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Cottage Home is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
61%
13%
White
18%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paramount Cottage Home's ranking?
Paramount Cottage Home is ranked #773 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paramount Cottage Home often compared to?
Paramount Cottage Homeis often viewed alongside schools like Center For Inquiry School 84, Merle Sidener Gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Paramount Cottage Home?
230 students attend Paramount Cottage Home.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Paramount Cottage Home students are Black, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount Cottage Home?
Paramount Cottage Home has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paramount Cottage Home offer ?
Paramount Cottage Home offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Paramount Cottage Home part of?
Paramount Cottage Home is part of Paramount Cottage Home School District.
In what neighborhood is Paramount Cottage Home located?
Paramount Cottage Home is located in the Cottage Home neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Cottage Home.
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