Excellent
#31 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 6% of private schools
Sycamore School
Elementary School
1750 W 64TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#31 of 478
In Indianapolis
#12 of 64
public schools
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About Sycamore School
Sycamore School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. Sycamore School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sycamore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Sycamore School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sycamore 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sycamore School compares to 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sycamore School (this school) | 8.5 |
| Westlane Middle School | 5.3 |
| Fox Hill Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Crooked Creek Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Willow Lake Elementary School | 7.6 |
| New Augusta Public Academy - South | 3.9 |
| New Augusta Public Academy - North | 5.0 |
| Greenbriar Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Center for Inquiry School 84 | 9.3 |
| Eastbrook Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Spring Mill Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Guion Creek Elementary School | 5.3 |
| IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd | 4.0 |
| Guion Creek Middle School | 4.3 |
| Center for Inquiry School 70 | 9.5 |
| College Park Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Middle School | 4.1 |
| IPS/Butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 | 7.9 |
| James Whitcomb Riley School 43 | 3.0 |
| Cold Spring School | 5.3 |
| Central Elementary School | 3.4 |
Showing 20 of 191 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1750 W 64TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sycamore School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center for Inquiry School 84 (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,642
Median Home Value
$271,600
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
35,102
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Binford Elementary School Bloomington, IN | 8.5 |
| CSA Lincoln Campus Columbus, IN | 8.5 |
| Daniel Wertz Elementary School Evansville, IN | 8.5 |
| Ernest R Elliott Elementary School Munster, IN | 8.5 |
| Fishback Creek Public Academy Indianapolis, IN | 8.5 |
| Flint Lake Elementary School Valparaiso, IN | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sycamore School
What grades does Sycamore School serve?
Sycamore School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sycamore School?
Sycamore School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sycamore School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sycamore School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sycamore School rank in IN?
Sycamore School ranks #31 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Sycamore School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sycamore School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sycamore School a private school?
Yes, Sycamore School 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 Sycamore School a religious school?
No, Sycamore School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 202-2500
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