Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paramount Cottage Home ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paramount Cottage Home ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Paramount Cottage Home's student population of 358 students has grown by 247% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Paramount Cottage Home ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paramount Cottage Home is 0.59, 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
#62 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
60%
13%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Paramount Cottage Home's ranking?
Paramount Cottage Home is ranked #62 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paramount Cottage Home often compared to?
Paramount Cottage Homeis often viewed alongside schools like Center For Inquiry School 84, Paramount Brookside, Merle Sidener Gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paramount Cottage Home?
358 students attend Paramount Cottage Home.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Paramount Cottage Home students are Black, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paramount Cottage Home?
Paramount Cottage Home has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paramount Cottage Home offer ?
Paramount Cottage Home offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paramount Cottage Home part of?
Paramount Cottage Home is part of Paramount Cottage Home School District.
In what neighborhood is Paramount Cottage Home located?
Paramount Cottage Home is located in the Cottage Home neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Cottage Home.
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