Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry's student population of 351 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry is 0.55, 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
#336 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry's ranking?
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry is ranked #336 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry often compared to?
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiryis often viewed alongside schools like West Clay Elementary School, Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry, Boone Meadow by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry?
351 students attend Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry?
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry offer ?
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry part of?
Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Nicholson School 70 Center For Inquiry located?
Mary Nicholson School 70 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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