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#284 of 478 private schools in IN

Primrose School at West Clay

Elementary School

13096 MOULTRIE ST, Carmel, IN 46032

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#284 of 478

In Carmel

#4 of 5

public schools

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About Primrose School at West Clay

Primrose School at West Clay is a private elementary school in Carmel, IN. Primrose School at West Clay serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Primrose School at West Clay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #284 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it comparesOn par with IN schools

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Primrose School at West Clay 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.

Primrose School at West Clay 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 Primrose School at West Clay compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Carmel, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

This School

15.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

642

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.4

This School

9.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%

Asian 15.6% vs 0%

Black 3.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%

Primrose School at West Clay Carmel Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Primrose School at West Clay (this school)	—	32	16:1	6.4
West Clay Elementary School	0.8 mi	612	16.5:1	9.5
College Wood Elementary School	1.0 mi	635	17.2:1	8.5
Clay Center Elementary School	1.9 mi	689	14.4:1	9.7
Smoky Row Elementary School	1.9 mi	659	16.9:1	9.2
Towne Meadow Elementary School	2.1 mi	537	14.5:1	9.3
Carmel Elementary School	4.5 mi	682	14.8:1	9.0
Forest Dale Elementary School	5.6 mi	653	14.2:1	9.1
Mohawk Trails Elementary School	5.7 mi	556	13.2:1	9.0
Woodbrook Elementary School	6.0 mi	618	14:1	9.3
Cherry Tree Elementary School	7.2 mi	711	16.2:1	9.0
Prairie Trace Elementary School	8.5 mi	705	16.4:1	9.3

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

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 11 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 2,750

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 68%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.7 / 10

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Enrollment 32

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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 50.0%

Asian 15.6%

Pacific Islander 15.6%

Two or More 12.5%

Black 3.1%

Hispanic 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

13096 MOULTRIE ST, Carmel, IN 46032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Primrose School at West Clay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clay Center Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Clay Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Towne Meadow Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carmel, see our Carmel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
INDIANA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Carmel	0.5 mi	17	—
West Clay Elementary School Carmel	0.8 mi	612	9.5
Creekside Middle School Carmel	0.9 mi	1,394	8.9
College Wood Elementary School Carmel	1.0 mi	635	8.5
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANA Carmel	1.6 mi	340	8.2
Towne Meadow Elementary School Carmel	2.1 mi	537	9.3
Clay Center Elementary School Carmel	1.9 mi	689	9.7
Smoky Row Elementary School Carmel	1.9 mi	659	9.2
ADVENT LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Zionsville	2.6 mi	11	—
Union Elementary School Zionsville	2.7 mi	468	8.5
INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Indianapolis	3.5 mi	24	—
CARMEL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Carmel	2.9 mi	10	—
Shamrock Springs Elementary School Westfield	3.5 mi	650	8.3
College Park Elementary School Indianapolis	4.2 mi	473	3.8
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Carmel	3.5 mi	624	4.9
Carmel Middle School Carmel	3.4 mi	1,070	8.0
Eagle Elementary School Zionsville	3.6 mi	373	9.1
Maple Glen Elementary Westfield	4.4 mi	626	8.7
BREBEUF JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Indianapolis	4.6 mi	841	7.3
Zionsville Community High School Zionsville	3.7 mi	2,319	8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,438

Median Home Value

$464,200

Median Rent

$1,522/mo

Population

51,181

College Educated

75.4%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Primrose School at West Clay

What grades does Primrose School at West Clay serve?

Primrose School at West Clay serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Primrose School at West Clay?

Primrose School at West Clay has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Primrose School at West Clay?

The student-teacher ratio at Primrose School at West Clay is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Primrose School at West Clay rank in IN?

Primrose School at West Clay ranks #284 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Primrose School at West Clay's MySchoolScout rating?

Primrose School at West Clay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Primrose School at West Clay a private school?

Yes, Primrose School at West Clay is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Primrose School at West Clay a religious school?

No, Primrose School at West Clay is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment: 32
Gender Split: 41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Teachers (FTE): 2
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 11 hours
Days Per Year: 250 days
Setting: Small City
County: Hamilton County
Phone: (317) 873-0123

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