IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd

School Overview
The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI), located on North College Avenue in Indianapolis, serves as a specialized educational institution dedicated to empowering students who are blind or low-vision. The school provides a comprehensive academic curriculum tailored to meet the unique learning needs of its students, ranging from preschool through high school. By focusing on both rigorous core subjects and the "Expanded Core Curriculum"—which includes instruction in braille, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, and independent living skills—the school ensures that students gain the independence and confidence necessary to navigate the world successfully.

Beyond its academic offerings, ISBVI functions as a vital resource center for the entire state of Indiana. The campus is designed to be a supportive, inclusive environment where students can participate in athletics, extracurricular activities, and social development programs alongside peers who share similar experiences. Through a blend of residential and day-student options, the school fosters a strong sense of community while working closely with families and local school districts to provide outreach services, professional development, and specialized materials to blind and visually impaired students throughout the state.
93
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
2.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Demographic Student Count
White46
Hispanic16
Black24
Asian1
Two or More6
  • White
    46 (49.5%)
  • Black
    24 (25.8%)
  • Hispanic
    16 (17.2%)
  • Two or More
    6 (6.5%)
  • Asian
    1 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Phone: (317)253-1481
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 93
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 2.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 58
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Grade 2 3
Grade 3 2
Grade 4 4
Grade 5 9
Grade 6 9
Grade 7 10
Grade 8 7
Grade 9 10
Grade 10 13
Grade 11 10
Grade 12 3
Ungraded 12

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Grade 23
Grade 32
Grade 44
Grade 59
Grade 69
Grade 710
Grade 87
Grade 910
Grade 1013
Grade 1110
Grade 123
Ungraded12
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female5053.8%
Male4346.2%
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