Blue Academy vs Decatur High Ability Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blue Academy
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
687 students
Decatur High Ability Academy
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
103 students
| Measure | Blue Academy Indianapolis, Indiana | Decatur High Ability Academy Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #845 of 1,053 | #514 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #34495 of 50,301 | #22892 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 687 | 103 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 103 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 48.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 39% | – |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Decatur High Ability Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.2 vs 36.2).
- •Decatur High Ability Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 61%).
- •Blue Academy does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 20.6).
- •Blue Academy is the larger school with 687 students compared with 103.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blue Academy better than Decatur High Ability Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Decatur High Ability Academy ranks higher (53.2 vs 36.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Blue Academy and Decatur High Ability Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blue Academy: 687. Decatur High Ability Academy: 103. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blue Academy and Decatur High Ability Academy rank in Indiana?
Blue Academy is 845th of 1,053 and Decatur High Ability Academy is 514th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).