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#409 of 478 private schools in IN

Honey Brook School

Middle School

8250 W 650 S, Topeka, IN 46571

Private

Enrollment

42

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

3.8

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#409 of 478

In Topeka

#2 of 3

public schools

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Honey Brook School

3.8/10

Middle School in Topeka · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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4.9/10

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About Honey Brook School

Honey Brook School is a private middle school in Topeka, IN. Honey Brook School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Honey Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares1.7 pts below IN schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 42 students, Honey Brook School 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.

Honey Brook 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.

Honey Brook School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Honey Brook School compares to the 3 public schools in Topeka, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
42
This School
vs
427
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.8
This School
vs
8.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Honey Brook School Topeka Public Avg

All Schools in Topeka

School Rating
Honey Brook School (this school) 3.8
Topeka Elementary School 8.8
Westview Elementary School 9.0
Westview Jr-Sr High School 8.1

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)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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School Day Length 5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 835
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 42
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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8250 W 650 S, Topeka, IN 46571

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Honey Brook School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HONEYVIEW AMISH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Millersburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STONEY CREEK SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Millersburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Topeka, see our Topeka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCK RUN SCHOOL Topeka 1.9 mi 4.4
HONEYVIEW AMISH SCHOOL Millersburg 2.4 mi 4.9
Topeka Elementary School Topeka 2.4 mi 8.8
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 3.3 mi 4.0
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 3.3 mi 4.5
ELMVIEW SCHOOL Topeka 3.5 mi 3.3
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 3.9 mi 4.1
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 3.9 mi 4.1
STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Millersburg 3.7 mi 4.6
TOWNLINE SQUARE SCHOOL AMISH Shipshewana 4.9 mi
WEST YODER SCHOOL Shipshewana 5.5 mi 3.2
Westview Elementary School Topeka 5.3 mi 9.0
Westview Jr-Sr High School Topeka 5.4 mi 8.1
West Noble Primary School Ligonier 5.9 mi 9.3
Meadowview Elementary School Shipshewana 5.9 mi 9.5
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 5.1 mi 4.4
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 5.1 mi 4.2
PEACEFUL MEADOWS SCHOOL Middlebury 5.7 mi 3.2
RAILSIDE Millersburg 5.3 mi 3.8
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Middlebury 7.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,705

Median Home Value

$312,900

Median Rent

$918/mo

Population

6,321

College Educated

3.7%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

25.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
COUNTRY VALLEY SCHOOL Monroe, IN 3.8
CURVE CREEK SCHOOL Berne, IN 3.8
PINE GROVE SCHOOL Etna Green, IN 3.8
PUMPKINVINE SCHOOL Middlebury, IN 3.8
RAILSIDE Millersburg, IN 3.8
BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Berne, IN 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Honey Brook School

What grades does Honey Brook School serve?

Honey Brook School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Honey Brook School?

Honey Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Honey Brook School?

The student-teacher ratio at Honey Brook School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Honey Brook School rank in IN?

Honey Brook School ranks #409 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Honey Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?

Honey Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Honey Brook School a private school?

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

Is Honey Brook School a religious school?

Honey Brook School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
42
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
5 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
LaGrange County

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