Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Augusta Public Academy - South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Augusta Public Academy - South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Augusta Public Academy - South's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Together We Are Soaring Higher
School Rankings
New Augusta Public Academy - South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Augusta Public Academy - South is 0.47, 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
#1464 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
71%
13%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 New Augusta Public Academy - South's ranking?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is ranked #1464 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Augusta Public Academy - South?
443 students attend New Augusta Public Academy - South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Augusta Public Academy - South students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Augusta Public Academy - South?
New Augusta Public Academy - South has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Augusta Public Academy - South offer ?
New Augusta Public Academy - South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Augusta Public Academy - South part of?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is New Augusta Public Academy - South located?
New Augusta Public Academy - South is located in the Augusta And New Augusta neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Augusta And New Augusta.
School Reviews
3 7/2/2025
New Augusta South was a very nice elementary school I attended! I liked Ms. Holom. She was very nice! I had really good memories here at this school.
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