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Very Good

#185 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 39% of private schools

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy

School

3237 W 16TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Private

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#185 of 478

In Indianapolis

#43 of 64

public schools

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Hagia Sophia Classical Academy

7.2/10

School in Indianapolis · grades Kindergarten – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.6/10

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About Hagia Sophia Classical Academy

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy is a private school in Indianapolis, IN. Hagia Sophia Classical Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hagia Sophia Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Hagia Sophia Classical Academy show 12% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.9 pts above IN schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • IN avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Hagia Sophia Classical Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Hagia Sophia Classical Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy 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 Hagia Sophia Classical Academy compares to 220 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
33
This School
vs
668
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.9% vs 0%
Hagia Sophia Classical Academy Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Hagia Sophia Classical Academy (this school) 7.2
Ernie Pyle School 90 3.6
The PATH School 6.5
Allegiant Preparatory Academy 7.6
Matchbook Learning 7.1
Impact Academy 1 5.3
Impact Academy 2 3.4
Impact Academy 3 3.4
Vision Academy 6.8
Christel House Academy West 3.2
Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch 4.5
Excel Center For Adult Learners 3.8
George Washington High School 4.4
Global Preparatory Academy 6.4
Herron-Riverside High School 8.5
Clarence Farrington School 61 4.5
Liberty Grove Schools 5.0
Garden City Elementary School 2.9
Crispus Attucks High School 3.9
Rhoades Elementary School 3.0
William Penn School 49 3.3

Showing 20 of 220 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)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Enrollment 33
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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 11.5% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 42.3% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 3 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.9%
Two or More 6.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3237 W 16TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hagia Sophia Classical Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SCHOOL OF KNOWLEDGE (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Impact Academy 1 (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Impact Academy 2 (rated 3.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Ernie Pyle School 90 Indianapolis 0.2 mi 3.6
The PATH School Indianapolis 0.8 mi 6.5
Impact Academy 1 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 5.3
Impact Academy 2 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 3.4
Impact Academy 3 Indianapolis 1.0 mi 3.4
Allegiant Preparatory Academy Indianapolis 0.9 mi 7.6
Matchbook Learning Indianapolis 1.0 mi 7.1
Christel House Academy West Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.2
PROVIDENCE CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.4 mi 8.9
SCHOOL OF KNOWLEDGE Indianapolis 1.5 mi 9.0
Vision Academy Indianapolis 1.3 mi 6.8
Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch Indianapolis 1.5 mi 4.5
Excel Center For Adult Learners Indianapolis 1.5 mi 3.8
ST MICHAEL-ST. GABRIEL ARCHANGELS CATHOLIC ELEME Indianapolis 1.7 mi 8.6
George Washington High School Indianapolis 1.7 mi 4.4
CARDINAL RITTER HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 1.8 mi 7.2
Global Preparatory Academy Indianapolis 1.7 mi 6.4
Herron-Riverside High School Indianapolis 2.0 mi 8.5
Clarence Farrington School 61 Indianapolis 2.0 mi 4.5
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway 1.8 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,198

Median Home Value

$104,300

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

37,608

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hagia Sophia Classical Academy

What grades does Hagia Sophia Classical Academy serve?

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend Hagia Sophia Classical Academy?

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hagia Sophia Classical Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hagia Sophia Classical Academy is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hagia Sophia Classical Academy rank in IN?

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy ranks #185 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Hagia Sophia Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Hagia Sophia Classical Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hagia Sophia Classical Academy has 12% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Hagia Sophia Classical Academy a private school?

Yes, Hagia Sophia Classical Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hagia Sophia Classical Academy a religious school?

Hagia Sophia Classical Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
33
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County

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