Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry's student population of 360 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing a World of Inquiry and Learning
School Rankings
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry is 0.45, 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
#38 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry's ranking?
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry is ranked #38 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry often compared to?
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiryis often viewed alongside schools like Eliza Baker School 55 - A Butler Lab Reggio Emilia School, Merle Sidener Academy 59 - A High Ability School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry?
360 students attend Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry?
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry offer ?
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry part of?
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry located?
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry is located in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Meridian Kessler.
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