Very Good
#99 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 21% of private schools
School for Community Learning
Elementary School
612 W 42ND ST, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#99 of 478
In Indianapolis
#26 of 64
public schools
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School for Community Learning
Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School for Community Learning
School for Community Learning is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. School for Community Learning serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School for Community Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for School for Community Learning show 12% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, School for Community Learning 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.
School for Community Learning 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
BetaHow School for Community Learning compares to 189 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| School for Community Learning (this school) | 7.8 |
| James Whitcomb Riley School 43 | 3.0 |
| Center for Inquiry School 70 | 9.5 |
| IPS/Butler Lab at William Bell 60 | 7.7 |
| Louis B Russell Jr School 48 | 6.8 |
| Herron Preparatory Academy | 8.9 |
| Indiana School For The Deaf | 4.8 |
| Cold Spring School | 5.3 |
| Center for Inquiry School 84 | 9.3 |
| Liberty Grove Schools | 5.0 |
| George Washington Carver School 87 | 5.2 |
| IPS/Butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 | 7.9 |
| Crooked Creek Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Fox Hill Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Rousseau McClellan School 91 | 5.4 |
| KIPP Indy Unite Elementary | 6.9 |
| KIPP Indy College Prep Middle | 3.3 |
| ACE Preparatory Academy | 7.3 |
| Global Preparatory Academy | 6.4 |
| Tindley Genesis Academy | 2.0 |
| Charles A Tindley Accelerated Sch | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 189 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
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
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 5 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
612 W 42ND ST, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School for Community Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center for Inquiry School 70 (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center for Inquiry School 84 (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Herron Preparatory Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,435
Median Home Value
$206,000
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
22,026
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| INDIANA HORIZON ACADEMY Crown Point, IN | 7.8 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL ACA Indianapolis, IN | 7.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Michigan City, IN | 7.7 |
| BURGE TERRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 8.0 |
| EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 8.0 |
| HASTEN HEBREW ACADEMY Indianapolis, IN | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School for Community Learning
What grades does School for Community Learning serve?
School for Community Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend School for Community Learning?
School for Community Learning has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School for Community Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at School for Community Learning is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does School for Community Learning rank in IN?
School for Community Learning ranks #99 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is School for Community Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
School for Community Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 School for Community Learning?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School for Community Learning has 12% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is School for Community Learning a private school?
Yes, School for Community Learning 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 School for Community Learning a religious school?
No, School for Community Learning is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 926-5812
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