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#626 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 34% in state

Matchbook Learning

Elementary School · Matchbook Learning

1163 Belmont Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Charter

Enrollment

642

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#626 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#45 of 222

public schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Matchbook Learning

7.1/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Allegiant Preparatory Academy

7.6/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Vision Academy

6.8/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Matchbook Learning

Matchbook Learning is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Matchbook Learning. Matchbook Learning serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Matchbook Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #626 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Matchbook Learning show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

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

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Matchbook Learning sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Matchbook Learning 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.

31% of students at Matchbook Learning 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data6
Annual Change+0.06 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-45.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,214
Chronic Absenteeism31.3%

Matchbook Learning — Students at Matchbook Learning score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 6.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 11.1% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 26 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
7%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
7%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
10%
2025
Math
5.9%
ELA
11.1%

* 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 Matchbook Learning Compares

See how Matchbook Learning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in IN
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

Location

1163 Belmont Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Matchbook Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Allegiant Preparatory Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vision Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, The PATH School (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Allegiant Preparatory Academy Indianapolis 0.1 mi 7.6
Vision Academy Indianapolis 0.5 mi 6.8
Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch Indianapolis 0.7 mi 4.5
Excel Center For Adult Learners Indianapolis 0.7 mi 3.8
Global Preparatory Academy Indianapolis 1.0 mi 6.4
PROVIDENCE CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.2 mi 8.9
HAGIA SOPHIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.0 mi 7.2
George Washington High School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 4.4
Ernie Pyle School 90 Indianapolis 1.1 mi 3.6
Christel House Academy West Indianapolis 1.5 mi 3.2
Impact Academy 1 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 5.3
Impact Academy 2 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.4
Impact Academy 3 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.4
SCHOOL OF KNOWLEDGE Indianapolis 1.7 mi 9.0
Liberty Grove Schools Indianapolis 1.6 mi 5.0
Crispus Attucks High School Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.9
Herron-Riverside High School Indianapolis 1.8 mi 8.5
The PATH School Indianapolis 1.5 mi 6.5
William Penn School 49 Indianapolis 2.1 mi 3.3
CHRIST TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,198

Median Home Value

$104,300

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

37,608

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

31.4

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Clinton Prairie Elementary School Frankfort, IN 7.1
Elsie Rogers Elementary School Mishawaka, IN 7.1
Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle Indianapolis, IN 7.1
Jonathan Jennings Elementary Sch Charlestown, IN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Matchbook Learning

What grades does Matchbook Learning serve?

Matchbook Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Matchbook Learning?

Matchbook Learning has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Matchbook Learning?

The student-teacher ratio at Matchbook Learning is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Matchbook Learning rank in IN?

Matchbook Learning ranks #626 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Matchbook Learning's MySchoolScout rating?

Matchbook Learning 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.

What are the test scores at Matchbook Learning?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Matchbook Learning has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Matchbook Learning a charter school?

Yes, Matchbook Learning is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Matchbook Learning a Title I school?

No, Matchbook Learning is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Matchbook Learning?

96.7% of students at Matchbook Learning qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

District

Matchbook Learning
District Enrollment
642
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,214
District Rank
#1 of 1

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