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#75 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 16% of private schools

Burge Terrace Christian School

Elementary School

9345 BROOKVILLE RD, Indianapolis, IN 46239

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 217 schools in Indianapolis. Learn more

Enrollment

74

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Indianapolis

#20 of 64

public schools

Indiana elementary schools

#45 of 238

About Burge Terrace Christian School

Burge Terrace Christian School serves 74 students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in Indianapolis, offering an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1 and seven full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its name suggesting a Christian affiliation, the school operates as a regular public elementary school in Marion County. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, receiving an impressive 8.6 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking 123rd among Indiana's 478 elementary schools, placing it in the 74th percentile statewide.

This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education in a small, personalized setting where teachers can give individual attention to each student. Located on Brookville Road in the 46239 ZIP code area, Burge Terrace serves a stable, middle-class community where the median household income reaches $89,832 and median home values average $229,900. The neighborhood demonstrates a commitment to education, with 35% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.1% among its 33,553 residents.

The school's small size and strong community support create an environment focused on nurturing young learners in their formative elementary years within Indianapolis's large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 74 students, Burge Terrace Christian School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Burge Terrace Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Burge Terrace Christian School compares to 173 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
74
This School
vs
541
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.2% vs 0%
Black 16.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.4% vs 0%
Burge Terrace Christian School Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Burge Terrace Christian School (this school) 8.0
Raymond Park Intermediate & Middle 5.3
Liberty Park Elementary School 4.7
Grassy Creek Elementary School 3.4
Hawthorne Elementary School 5.4
Creston Intermediate & Middle Schl 4.5
Wanamaker Early Learning Center 4.9
Lowell Elementary School 6.7
Eastridge Elementary School 6.7
Lakeside Elementary School 7.3
Pleasant Run Elementary School 6.7
Thompson Crossing Elementary Sch 4.3
Irvington Preparatory Academy 5.6
Warren Online Academy
Brookview Elementary School 5.5
George W Julian School 57 9.5
Edgewood Intermediate School 5.4
Victory College Prep 8.8
Sunny Heights Elementary School 6.4
Anna Brochhausen School 88 6.1
Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle 5.2

Showing 20 of 173 schools. View all schools in Indianapolis

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 74
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5%
School
State
44.9%
ELA Proficiency 47.4%
School
State
40.7%

Based on 13 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 62.2%
Black 16.2%
Two or More 16.2%
Hispanic 5.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9345 BROOKVILLE RD, Indianapolis, IN 46239

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burge Terrace Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lakeside Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NATIVITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Raymond Park Intermediate & Middle Indianapolis 0.8 mi 5.3
Liberty Park Elementary School Indianapolis 1.0 mi 4.7
Grassy Creek Elementary School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 3.4
Hawthorne Elementary School Indianapolis 1.6 mi 5.4
Creston Intermediate & Middle Schl Indianapolis 1.7 mi 4.5
Wanamaker Early Learning Center Indianapolis 2.5 mi 4.9
NATIVITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.6 mi 7.2
Warren Central High School Indianapolis 3.3 mi 5.6
Eastridge Elementary School Indianapolis 3.1 mi 6.7
Lowell Elementary School Indianapolis 2.6 mi 6.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 3.3 mi 8.4
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.8 mi 6.6
Lakeside Elementary School Indianapolis 3.6 mi 7.3
Pleasant Run Elementary School Indianapolis 3.6 mi 6.7
Warren Online Academy Indianapolis 3.9 mi
Thompson Crossing Elementary Sch Indianapolis 3.8 mi 4.3
Brookview Elementary School Indianapolis 3.9 mi 5.5
Edgewood Intermediate School Indianapolis 4.5 mi 5.4
Franklin Central High School Indianapolis 4.7 mi 6.9
Sunny Heights Elementary School Indianapolis 4.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,160

Median Home Value

$253,000

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

33,403

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

34.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Burge Terrace Christian School has a median household income of $92,160. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $253,000, with a median rent of $1,304/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN 8.0
HASTEN HEBREW ACADEMY Indianapolis, IN 8.0
ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Michigan City, IN 8.0
Otwell Miller Academy Otwell, IN 7.9
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Shelbyville, IN 8.1
WASHINGTON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY Washington, IN 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burge Terrace Christian School

What grades does Burge Terrace Christian School serve?

Burge Terrace Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Burge Terrace Christian School?

Burge Terrace Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burge Terrace Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Burge Terrace Christian School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Burge Terrace Christian School rank in IN?

Burge Terrace Christian School is ranked #75 out of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Burge Terrace Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Burge Terrace Christian School has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Burge Terrace Christian School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Burge Terrace Christian School has 39.5% math proficiency and 47.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Burge Terrace Christian School a private school?

Yes, Burge Terrace Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Burge Terrace Christian School a religious school?

Burge Terrace Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,237/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Indianapolis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
74
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
MARION
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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