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#314 of 478 private schools in IN

Calvary Christian School

School

3639 S KEYSTONE AVE, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Private

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

217:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#314 of 478

In Indianapolis

#59 of 64

public schools

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Calvary Christian School

6.1/10

School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Calvary Christian School

Calvary Christian School is a private school in Indianapolis, IN. Calvary Christian School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 217:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Calvary Christian School show 35% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it comparesOn par with IN schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • IN avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Calvary Christian School runs 217:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Calvary Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Calvary Christian School compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
217:1
This School
vs
17.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
217
This School
vs
674
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.8% vs 0%
Asian 19.4% vs 0%
Black 8.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.3% vs 0%
Calvary Christian School Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Calvary Christian School (this school) 6.1
Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle 7.1
The Hope Academy Inc. 6.0
Eleanor Skillen School 34 3.6
Christel House DORS 7.0
Christel House Academy South 4.1
Frederick Douglass School 19 3.6
Excel Center - University Heights 2.9
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School 4.8
RISE Learning Center 5.3
Southport Middle School 5.0
Clinton Young Elementary School 3.5
Southport 6th Grade Academy 5.9
Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools 6.4
Christel House Watanabe Manual High School 2.1
Invent Learning Hub 7.7
SE Neighborhood Sch of Excellence 5.3
Victory College Prep 7.7
William Henry Burkhart Elementary 6.1
James A Garfield School 31 7.4
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School 5.7

Showing 20 of 224 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

Preliminary

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)
D 1.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 217:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
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+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 217
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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 35.4% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.8%
Asian 19.4%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 8.3%
Two or More 7.8%
Pacific Islander 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3639 S KEYSTONE AVE, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RISE Learning Center (rated 5.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beech Grove 1.1 mi 7.8
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis 1.3 mi 7.7
Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle Indianapolis 1.2 mi 7.1
CENTRAL CATHOLIC Indianapolis 1.3 mi 7.4
The Hope Academy Inc. Indianapolis 1.3 mi 6.0
RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.6 mi 6.6
ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.7 mi 6.4
Beech Grove Middle School Beech Grove 1.5 mi 3.7
Central Elementary School Beech Grove 1.5 mi 3.6
South Grove Intermediate School Beech Grove 1.5 mi 4.1
Eleanor Skillen School 34 Indianapolis 1.8 mi 3.6
Frederick Douglass School 19 Indianapolis 2.0 mi 3.6
Southport Middle School Indianapolis 2.0 mi 5.0
Clinton Young Elementary School Indianapolis 2.0 mi 3.5
Southport 6th Grade Academy Indianapolis 2.1 mi 5.9
Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools Indianapolis 2.2 mi 6.4
RISE Learning Center Indianapolis 2.0 mi 5.3
GRAY ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.7
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School Indianapolis 2.0 mi 4.8
Christel House Academy South Indianapolis 1.9 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,993

Median Home Value

$192,600

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

57,164

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

45.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

32.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CROSSPOINTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis, IN 6.1
HARRISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen, IN 6.0
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomington, IN 6.2
PROTESTANT REFORMED/HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Dyer, IN 6.3
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN 6.4
WASHINGTON CATHOLIC MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL Washington, IN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Christian School

What grades does Calvary Christian School serve?

Calvary Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Calvary Christian School?

Calvary Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School is 217:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Christian School rank in IN?

Calvary Christian School ranks #314 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Calvary Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Calvary Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Calvary Christian School has 35% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Calvary Christian School a private school?

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

Is Calvary Christian School a religious school?

Calvary Christian School has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
217
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
217:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Pentecostal
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County

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