Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Charter School 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 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Charter School's student population of 536 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Discover. Grow.
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Discovery Charter School 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 Discovery Charter School 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
#524 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
64%
62%
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
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Charter School's ranking?
Discovery Charter School is ranked #524 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Discovery Charter School often compared to?
Discovery Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brummitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Discovery Charter School?
536 students attend Discovery Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Discovery Charter School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Charter School?
Discovery Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery Charter School offer ?
Discovery Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Charter School part of?
Discovery Charter School is part of Discovery Charter School District.
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