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#1056 of 1,823 schools in IN
Paramount Online Academy
Elementary School · Paramount Online Academy
1203 E St Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
27.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
27.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,056 of 1,823
In Indianapolis
#81 of 222
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Paramount Online Academy
Paramount Online Academy is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Paramount Online Academy. Paramount Online Academy serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Paramount Online Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,056 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Paramount Online Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Paramount Online 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.
Test scores at Paramount Online Academy 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.
Paramount Online Academy runs 27.7:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Paramount Online Academy — Students at Paramount Online Academy score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 16 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Paramount Online Academy Compares
See how Paramount Online Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1203 E St Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paramount Online Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paramount Cottage Home (rated 7.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE OAKS ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paramount Brookside (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paramount Cottage Home Indianapolis | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Crawford Elementary School Milltown, IN | 6.0 |
| Hayden Elementary School Hayden, IN | 6.0 |
| Rome City Elementary School Rome City, IN | 6.0 |
| Burris Elementary School Mitchell, IN | 6.1 |
| Central Noble Elementary School Albion, IN | 5.9 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch Vincennes, IN | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paramount Online Academy
What grades does Paramount Online Academy serve?
Paramount Online Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Paramount Online Academy?
Paramount Online Academy has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paramount Online Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Paramount Online Academy is 27.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paramount Online Academy rank in IN?
Paramount Online Academy ranks #1,056 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Paramount Online Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Paramount Online Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Online Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paramount Online Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Paramount Online Academy a charter school?
Yes, Paramount Online Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Paramount Online Academy a Title I school?
No, Paramount Online Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paramount Online Academy?
61.9% of students at Paramount Online 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.7%
- Phone
- (317) 519-4588
Resources & Links
District
Paramount Online Academy- District Enrollment
- 194
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,837
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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