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#353 of 478 private schools in IN

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis

Elementary School

711 S HIGH SCHOOL RD, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#353 of 478

In Indianapolis

#64 of 64

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Islamic Academy of Indianapolis

5.5/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ben Davis University High School

6.4/10

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8.3/10

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About Islamic Academy of Indianapolis

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. Islamic Academy of Indianapolis serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Islamic Academy of Indianapolis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Islamic Academy of Indianapolis show 51% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares1.1 pts below IN schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 45 students, Islamic Academy of Indianapolis 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.

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis 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 Islamic Academy of Indianapolis compares to 173 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
45
This School
vs
541
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 35.6% vs 0%
White 33.3% vs 0%
Asian 31.1% vs 0%
Islamic Academy of Indianapolis Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Islamic Academy of Indianapolis (this school) 5.5
McClelland Elementary School 8.3
Westlake Elementary School 4.6
Rhoades Elementary School 3.0
Maplewood Elementary School 4.6
Garden City Elementary School 2.9
Chapelwood Elementary School 5.3
Stout Field Elementary School 5.2
Bridgeport Elementary School 4.0
Chapel Glen Elementary School 2.4
The PATH School 6.5
Impact Academy 1 5.3
Impact Academy 2 3.4
Impact Academy 3 3.4
Lynwood Elementary 3.8
Christel House Academy West 3.2
Stephen Decatur Elementary School 3.2
Ernie Pyle School 90 3.6
William Penn School 49 3.3
Lew Wallace School 107 5.3
Monarca Academy

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

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)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 45
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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 51.2% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 57.9% (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)

Black 35.6%
White 33.3%
Asian 31.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

711 S HIGH SCHOOL RD, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Islamic Academy of Indianapolis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 (rated 9.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McClelland Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ben Davis University High School Indianapolis 0.2 mi 6.4
McClelland Elementary School Indianapolis 0.5 mi 8.3
Westlake Elementary School Indianapolis 1.2 mi 4.6
Rhoades Elementary School Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.0
Achieve Virtual Education Academy Indianapolis 1.6 mi 4.6
Maplewood Elementary School Indianapolis 1.5 mi 4.6
Garden City Elementary School Indianapolis 1.6 mi 2.9
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.1 mi
Chapelwood Elementary School Indianapolis 2.1 mi 5.3
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center Indianapolis 2.1 mi 3.4
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center Indianapolis 2.3 mi 5.1
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.4 mi 7.9
Ben Davis High School Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.3
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1 Speedway 2.4 mi 9.2
Speedway Junior High School Speedway 2.4 mi 8.5
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.1
Arthur C Newby Elementary School 2 Speedway 2.7 mi 9.4
CROSSPOINTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis 2.3 mi 6.1
COVENANT CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis 3.0 mi 7.2
Lynwood Elementary Indianapolis 3.1 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,598

Median Home Value

$111,500

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Population

32,943

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

54.2%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

23.5%

Median Age

30

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BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ossian, IN 6.1
COUNTRY ECHOS Nappanee, IN 4.8
CENTER GROVE MONTESSORI Greenwood, IN 6.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT WEST CLAY Carmel, IN 6.4
ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wabash, IN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Islamic Academy of Indianapolis

What grades does Islamic Academy of Indianapolis serve?

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Islamic Academy of Indianapolis?

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Islamic Academy of Indianapolis?

The student-teacher ratio at Islamic Academy of Indianapolis is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Islamic Academy of Indianapolis rank in IN?

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis ranks #353 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Islamic Academy of Indianapolis's MySchoolScout rating?

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Islamic Academy of Indianapolis?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Islamic Academy of Indianapolis has 51% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Islamic Academy of Indianapolis a private school?

Yes, Islamic Academy of Indianapolis is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Islamic Academy of Indianapolis a religious school?

Islamic Academy of Indianapolis has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County

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