21st Century Charter School of Gary is a public K-12 charter school in Gary, Indiana, United States. It is authorized by and accountable to Ball State University.
Serving 1,213 students in grades Kindergarten-12, 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary's student population of 1,213 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 203% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Rankings
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1681 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
93%
13%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary's ranking?
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary is ranked #1681 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary often compared to?
21st Century Charter Sch Of Garyis often viewed alongside schools like Thea Bowman Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary?
The graduation rate of 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary?
1,213 students attend 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary?
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary offer ?
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary part of?
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary is part of 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary School District.
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