Very Good
#132 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 27% of private schools
Colonial Christian School
School · Indianapolis, IN
A private school in Indianapolis, IN serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
8140 UNION CHAPEL RD, Indianapolis, IN 46240
- Math 59% vs IN 42% (2025)
- Reading 67% vs IN 41% (2025)
- 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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
2025 ILEARN proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. IN average.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Colonial Christian School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Indianapolis map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 23Car-Dependent
- Transit 26Some Transit
- Bike 31Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High4,237/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$70,728
Median home value
$328,600
Median rent
$1,255/mo
College educated
58.7%
Homeownership
44.8%
Poverty rate
9.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 46240; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | PK | 0.6 mi | 169 | Compare → |
| In Math & Science Academy - NorthCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.0 | K–12 | 0.8 mi | 600 | Compare → |
| In Sch for the Blind & Vis ImprdEnrollment path unverified | 4.0 | PK–12 | 1.3 mi | 108 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Colonial Christian School is listed in Indianapolis, IN; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Colonial Christian School
Colonial Christian School is a private school in Indianapolis, IN, serving approximately 203 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 478 private schools in IN. State assessment records show 59% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Colonial Christian School
What grades does Colonial Christian School serve?
Colonial Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Colonial Christian School?
Colonial Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colonial Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Colonial Christian School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Colonial Christian School rank in IN?
Colonial Christian School ranks #132 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Colonial Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Colonial Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Colonial Christian School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colonial Christian School has 59% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Colonial Christian School a private school?
Yes, Colonial 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 Colonial Christian School a religious school?
Colonial Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 253-0649
- Area population (ZIP 46240)
- 19,632
- Area average commute
- 21.4 min
- Area median age
- 37.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ILEARN · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ILEARN. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 ILEARN · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 ILEARN. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 46240; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments 2025 ILEARN; directory SY 2021–22
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