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Very Good

#197 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 41% of private schools

Avicenna Academy

Elementary School

9803 COLORADO ST, Crown Point, IN 46307

Private

Enrollment

42

Student-Teacher

5.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#197 of 478

In Crown Point

#4 of 4

public schools

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Avicenna Academy

7.1/10

Elementary School in Crown Point · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Avicenna Academy

Avicenna Academy is a private elementary school in Crown Point, IN. Avicenna Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Avicenna Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #197 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares0.5 pts above IN schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 42 students, Avicenna 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.

At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Avicenna Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Avicenna Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Avicenna Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Crown Point, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
42
This School
vs
641
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.3% vs 0%
Asian 7.1% vs 0%
Black 4.8% vs 0%
Avicenna Academy Crown Point Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Avicenna Academy (this school) 7.1
Eagle Park Community School 5.4
Jerry Ross Elementary School 8.7
Solon Robinson Elementary School 8.4
Colonel John Wheeler Middle School 6.2
Timothy Ball Elementary School 8.2
Robert Taft Middle School 6.9
Lake Street Elementary School 8.7
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School 7.9
Winfield Elementary School 7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 42
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.3%
Asian 7.1%
Black 4.8%
Two or More 4.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9803 COLORADO ST, Crown Point, IN 46307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Avicenna Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jerry Ross Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Solon Robinson Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Timothy Ball Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crown Point, see our Crown Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
INDIANA HORIZON ACADEMY Crown Point 0.0 mi 7.8
John Wood Elementary School Merrillville 3.5 mi 6.4
NORTHWEST ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crown Point 3.0 mi
Pierce Middle School Merrillville 4.0 mi 4.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Crown Point 3.5 mi 7.7
Jerry Ross Elementary School Crown Point 3.6 mi 8.7
HAPPY DAYS LEARNING CENTER Merrillville 4.1 mi
Merrillville High School Merrillville 4.2 mi 4.4
Eagle Park Community School Crown Point 3.4 mi 5.4
AQUINAS CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Merrillville 4.1 mi 6.5
Homer Iddings Elementary School Merrillville 4.2 mi 4.4
ST MARY CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Crown Point 3.8 mi 7.2
Solon Robinson Elementary School Crown Point 4.0 mi 8.4
Winfield Elementary School Crown Point 4.8 mi 7.0
Colonel John Wheeler Middle School Crown Point 4.2 mi 6.2
Robert Taft Middle School Crown Point 4.4 mi 6.9
ANDREAN HIGH SCHOOL Merrillville 5.3 mi 7.7
Timothy Ball Elementary School Crown Point 4.2 mi 8.2
Crown Point High School Crown Point 4.8 mi 7.3
Henry P Fieler Elementary School Merrillville 5.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,118

Median Home Value

$293,500

Median Rent

$1,308/mo

Population

71,418

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

86.8%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Avicenna Academy

What grades does Avicenna Academy serve?

Avicenna Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Avicenna Academy?

Avicenna Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Avicenna Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Avicenna Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Avicenna Academy rank in IN?

Avicenna Academy ranks #197 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Avicenna Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Avicenna Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Avicenna Academy a private school?

Yes, Avicenna Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Avicenna Academy a religious school?

Avicenna Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lake County

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