Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry's student population of 303 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry is 0.65, which is more 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
#571 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
22%
14%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry's ranking?
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry is ranked #571 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry?
303 students attend Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry?
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry offer ?
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry part of?
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry located?
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry is located in the Renaissance Place neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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