Needs Improvement
#1803 of 1,823 schools in IN
Thrival Academy
High School · Indianapolis Public Schools
1500 E Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 219 schools in Indianapolis. Learn more
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
106:1
Score
2.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
106:1
Score
2.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,803 of 1,823
In Indianapolis
#218 of 222
public schools
In district
#46 of 47
Indianapolis Public Schools
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About Thrival Academy
Thrival Academy is a public high school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Indianapolis Public Schools. Thrival Academy serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 106:1 student-teacher ratio. Thrival Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,803 of 1,823 schools in IN.
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- IN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, Thrival 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.
Thrival Academy runs 106:1 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.
56% of students at Thrival Academy 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Thrival Academy Compares
See how Thrival Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 E Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thrival Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lawrence Central High School (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rooted School Indianapolis (rated 5.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood 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 Thrival Academy
What grades does Thrival Academy serve?
Thrival Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Thrival Academy?
Thrival Academy has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thrival Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Thrival Academy is 106:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thrival Academy rank in IN?
Thrival Academy ranks #1,803 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Thrival Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Thrival Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thrival Academy a charter school?
No, Thrival Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thrival Academy a Title I school?
No, Thrival Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thrival Academy?
24.5% of students at Thrival 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 106:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.7%
- Phone
- (317) 226-2378
Resources & Links
District
Indianapolis Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 21,863
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,197
- District Rank
- #46 of 47
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