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#350 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 19% in state

Paramount Cottage Home

Elementary School · Paramount Cottage Home

1203 E St. Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Charter

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

22.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#350 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#16 of 222

public schools

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Paramount Cottage Home

7.9/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Paramount Cottage Home

Paramount Cottage Home is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Paramount Cottage Home. Paramount Cottage Home serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Paramount Cottage Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #350 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Paramount Cottage Home show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above IN schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Paramount Cottage Home runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Paramount Cottage Home 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.

34% of students at Paramount Cottage Home 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 Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-1.8 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+34.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,626
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

Paramount Cottage Home — Students at Paramount Cottage Home score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 19 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2019
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
67%
2025
Math
64.2%
ELA
58.2%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Paramount Cottage Home Compares

See how Paramount Cottage Home performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in IN
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

Location

1203 E St. Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Paramount Cottage Home may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE OAKS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Paramount Brookside (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Center For Inquiry School 2 (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Paramount Online Academy Indianapolis 0.0 mi 6.0
Arsenal Technical High School Indianapolis 0.1 mi 3.5
H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis 0.3 mi 7.7
LEGACY LEARNING CENTER Indianapolis 0.4 mi 9.0
Theodore Potter School 74 Indianapolis 0.4 mi 4.2
HOLY CROSS CENTRAL SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.6 mi 7.5
THE OAKS ACADEMY Indianapolis 0.7 mi 7.8
Center For Inquiry School 2 Indianapolis 0.7 mi 7.7
Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis 0.8 mi 4.8
Center for Inquiry School 27 Indianapolis 1.1 mi 6.3
HW Longfellow Med/STEM Magnet Midl Indianapolis 1.3 mi 7.1
William McKinley School 39 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 7.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.4 mi 6.4
KIPP Indy Legacy High Indianapolis 1.5 mi 3.5
Herron High School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 9.3
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.5 mi 8.0
THE OAKS ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.7 mi 7.9
Brookside School 54 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 4.2
Paramount Brookside Indianapolis 1.4 mi 7.9
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind Indianapolis 1.5 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,082

Median Home Value

$420,200

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

20,331

College Educated

62.3%

Homeownership

28.8%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

29.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paramount Cottage Home

What grades does Paramount Cottage Home serve?

Paramount Cottage Home serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Paramount Cottage Home?

Paramount Cottage Home has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paramount Cottage Home?

The student-teacher ratio at Paramount Cottage Home is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Paramount Cottage Home rank in IN?

Paramount Cottage Home ranks #350 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Paramount Cottage Home's MySchoolScout rating?

Paramount Cottage Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Paramount Cottage Home?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Paramount Cottage Home has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Paramount Cottage Home a charter school?

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

Is Paramount Cottage Home a Title I school?

No, Paramount Cottage Home is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paramount Cottage Home?

75.4% of students at Paramount Cottage Home 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

District

Paramount Cottage Home
District Enrollment
358
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,626
District Rank
#1 of 1

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