Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Washington Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Washington Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Washington Academy's student population of 491 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
East Washington Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Washington Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
23%
13%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 East Washington Academy's ranking?
East Washington Academy is ranked #468 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Washington Academy often compared to?
East Washington Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South View Elementary School, Daleville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend East Washington Academy?
491 students attend East Washington Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of East Washington Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Washington Academy?
East Washington Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Washington Academy offer ?
East Washington Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Washington Academy part of?
East Washington Academy is part of Muncie Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is East Washington Academy located?
East Washington Academy is located in the East Central neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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