Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Center For Inquiry School 84 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center For Inquiry School 84 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Center For Inquiry School 84's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Center For Inquiry School 84 ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center For Inquiry School 84 is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center For Inquiry School 84's ranking?
Center For Inquiry School 84 is ranked #41 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Center For Inquiry School 84 often compared to?
Center For Inquiry School 84is often viewed alongside schools like Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55, Merle Sidener Gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Center For Inquiry School 84?
441 students attend Center For Inquiry School 84.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Center For Inquiry School 84 students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center For Inquiry School 84?
Center For Inquiry School 84 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Center For Inquiry School 84 offer ?
Center For Inquiry School 84 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center For Inquiry School 84 part of?
Center For Inquiry School 84 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Center For Inquiry School 84 located?
Center For Inquiry School 84 is located in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Meridian Kessler.
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