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Monarca Academy

High School · Monarca Academy

5525 W 34th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46224

Charter

Enrollment

99

Student-Teacher

11:1

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Monarca Academy

Monarca Academy is a public high school in Indianapolis, IN, part of the Monarca Academy. The school serves approximately 99 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Students demonstrate 8% proficiency in math, 31 points below the state average and 14% in reading/language arts, 26 points below the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,731, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 99 students, Monarca Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Monarca Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
99 students
Type
Public (Charter)
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Address
5525 W 34th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46224
Phone
(317) 379-0499
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 7.7%
School
State
38.2%
ELA Proficiency 14.3%
School
State
40.5%

Based on 10 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

How Monarca Academy Compares

See how Monarca Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
2.0/10
2.0/10
Environment
10.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers

Location

5525 W 34th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monarca Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Speedway Senior High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Speedway). Additionally, Excel Center - West (rated 5.1/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Northwest Community Middle School Indianapolis 0.0 mi 6.3
Excel Center - West Indianapolis 0.4 mi 5.1
Meredith Nicholson School 96 Indianapolis 0.5 mi 7.4
Enlace Academy Indianapolis 0.6 mi 6.7
Frank H Wheeler Elementary Sch 4 Speedway 0.6 mi 9.3
Lew Wallace School 107 Indianapolis 0.5 mi 7.0
Carl Wilde School 79 Indianapolis 0.7 mi 6.7
Speedway Senior High School Speedway 1.0 mi 7.1
Jonathan Jennings School 109 Indianapolis 1.1 mi 6.7
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 Speedway 1.3 mi 9.5
IN Math & Science Academy Indianapolis 1.3 mi 9.3
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 Speedway 1.6 mi 8.4
North Wayne Elementary School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 5.8
Clarence Farrington School 61 Indianapolis 1.3 mi 6.1
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.9
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway 2.2 mi 9.0
Speedway Junior High School Speedway 2.2 mi 6.9
Eagle Creek Elementary School Indianapolis 2.0 mi 4.7
Guion Creek Middle School Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.6
Snacks Crossing Elementary School Indianapolis 2.6 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,731

Median Home Value

$166,500

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

39,858

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

37.5%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

32.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Monarca Academy has a median household income of $53,731. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,500, with a median rent of $1,048/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
New Castle Schools at the Hoosier Youth Challenge Academy Knightstown, IN
Union Junior & High School Modoc, IN 2.5
Washington Learning Academy Vincennes, IN 4.0
Thrival Academy Indianapolis, IN 4.2
The Academy at Logansport Community School Logansport, IN 4.7
Booker T Washington Alt Sch Terre Haute, IN 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monarca Academy

What grades does Monarca Academy serve?

Monarca Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Monarca Academy?

Monarca Academy has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarca Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Monarca Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Monarca Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Monarca Academy has 7.7% math proficiency and 14.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Monarca Academy a charter school?

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

Is Monarca Academy a Title I school?

No, Monarca Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monarca Academy?

46.5% of students at Monarca 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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,237/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Indianapolis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Monarca Academy
District Enrollment
99
Schools in District
1

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