Very Good
#164 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 34% of private schools
The Oaks Academy - Brookside
Elementary School
3092 BROOKSIDE PKWY N DR, Indianapolis, IN 46218
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#164 of 478
In Indianapolis
#39 of 64
public schools
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The Oaks Academy - Brookside
Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Paramount Brookside
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About The Oaks Academy - Brookside
The Oaks Academy - Brookside is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. The Oaks Academy - Brookside serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Oaks Academy - Brookside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for The Oaks Academy - Brookside show 55% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
The Oaks Academy - Brookside 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 The Oaks Academy - Brookside compares to 162 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Oaks Academy - Brookside (this school) | 7.3 |
| Paramount Brookside | 7.9 |
| Brookside School 54 | 4.2 |
| James Russell Lowell School 51 | 5.0 |
| Thomas D Gregg School 15 | 4.8 |
| Theodore Potter School 74 | 4.2 |
| Paramount Cottage Home | 7.9 |
| Paramount Online Academy | 6.0 |
| KIPP Indy Unite Elementary | 6.9 |
| Paramount Englewood | 7.1 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58 | 4.4 |
| Center for Inquiry School 27 | 6.3 |
| Center For Inquiry School 2 | 7.7 |
| Anna Brochhausen School 88 | 4.4 |
| William McKinley School 39 | 7.0 |
| Christian Park School 82 | 3.5 |
| George W Julian School 57 | 7.3 |
| Arlington Woods School 99 | 1.6 |
| Avondale Meadows Middle School | 7.5 |
| Avondale Meadows Academy | 3.6 |
| Louis B Russell Jr School 48 | 6.8 |
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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 10 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3092 BROOKSIDE PKWY N DR, Indianapolis, IN 46218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Oaks Academy - Brookside may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paramount Brookside (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paramount Cottage Home (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paramount Brookside Indianapolis | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Brookside School 54 Indianapolis | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| James Russell Lowell School 51 Indianapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP Indy Legacy High Indianapolis | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Theodore Potter School 74 Indianapolis | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| THE OAKS ACADEMY Indianapolis | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Paramount Englewood Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| KIPP Indy College Prep Middle Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP Indy Unite Elementary Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Arsenal Technical High School Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| LEGACY LEARNING CENTER Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Paramount Cottage Home Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Paramount Online Academy Indianapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY Indianapolis | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58 Indianapolis | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SCECINA MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,635
Median Home Value
$90,200
Median Rent
$1,056/mo
Population
28,560
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.4%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George W Julian School 57 Indianapolis, IN | 7.3 |
| Harper Elementary School Evansville, IN | 7.3 |
| Laurel School Laurel, IN | 7.3 |
| Lester B Sommer Elementary School Crawfordsville, IN | 7.3 |
| RESURRECTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evansville, IN | 7.3 |
| ST LOUIS SCHOOL Batesville, IN | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Oaks Academy - Brookside
What grades does The Oaks Academy - Brookside serve?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The Oaks Academy - Brookside?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Oaks Academy - Brookside?
The student-teacher ratio at The Oaks Academy - Brookside is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Oaks Academy - Brookside rank in IN?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside ranks #164 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is The Oaks Academy - Brookside's MySchoolScout rating?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 The Oaks Academy - Brookside?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Oaks Academy - Brookside has 55% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is The Oaks Academy - Brookside a private school?
Yes, The Oaks Academy - Brookside is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Oaks Academy - Brookside a religious school?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 822-4900
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