Very Good
#553 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 30% in state
Ace Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · ACE Preparatory Academy
5326 Hillside Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#553 of 1,823
In Indianapolis
#39 of 222
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ace Preparatory Academy
Ace Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of ACE Preparatory Academy. Ace Preparatory Academy serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ace Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #553 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Ace Preparatory Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Ace Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Ace Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
44% of students at Ace Preparatory Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ace Preparatory Academy — Students at Ace Preparatory Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Ace Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Ace Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5326 Hillside Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ace Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center for Inquiry School 70 (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center for Inquiry School 84 (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,735
Median Home Value
$329,700
Median Rent
$1,330/mo
Population
36,159
College Educated
66.9%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 7.3 |
| ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seymour, IN | 7.3 |
| ST LOUIS ACADEMY New Haven, IN | 7.3 |
| Cortland Elementary School Seymour, IN | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kendallville, IN | 7.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Princeton, IN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ace Preparatory Academy
What grades does Ace Preparatory Academy serve?
Ace Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ace Preparatory Academy?
Ace Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ace Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ace Preparatory Academy is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ace Preparatory Academy rank in IN?
Ace Preparatory Academy ranks #553 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Ace Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ace Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ace Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ace Preparatory Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Ace Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Ace Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ace Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Ace Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ace Preparatory Academy?
77.8% of students at Ace Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (317) 744-9847
Resources & Links
District
ACE Preparatory Academy- District Enrollment
- 117
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,765
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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