Very Good
#100 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 21% of private schools
The Oaks Academy
Middle School
1301 E 16TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#100 of 478
In Indianapolis
#27 of 64
public schools
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The Oaks Academy
Middle School in Indianapolis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Oaks Academy
The Oaks Academy is a private middle school in Indianapolis, IN. The Oaks Academy serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Oaks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, The Oaks Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Oaks Academy 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 compares to 138 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Oaks Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| H L Harshman Middle School | 7.7 |
| Theodore Potter School 74 | 4.2 |
| Center for Inquiry School 27 | 6.3 |
| Paramount Online Academy | 6.0 |
| Center For Inquiry School 2 | 7.7 |
| Thomas D Gregg School 15 | 4.8 |
| Paramount Brookside | 7.9 |
| Brookside School 54 | 4.2 |
| KIPP Indy College Prep Middle | 3.3 |
| James Russell Lowell School 51 | 5.0 |
| George Washington Carver School 87 | 5.2 |
| Paramount Englewood | 7.1 |
| Herron Preparatory Academy | 8.9 |
| HW Longfellow Med/STEM Magnet Midl | 7.1 |
| William McKinley School 39 | 7.0 |
| IPS/Butler Lab at William Bell 60 | 7.7 |
| Louis B Russell Jr School 48 | 6.8 |
| Liberty Grove Schools | 5.0 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58 | 4.4 |
| Global Preparatory Academy | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 138 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
1301 E 16TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Oaks Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. H L Harshman Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HW Longfellow Med/STEM Magnet Midl (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KIPP Indy College Prep Middle (rated 3.3/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEGACY LEARNING CENTER Indianapolis | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Theodore Potter School 74 Indianapolis | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Paramount Cottage Home Indianapolis | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Paramount Online Academy Indianapolis | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Center for Inquiry School 27 Indianapolis | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP Indy Legacy High Indianapolis | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Arsenal Technical High School Indianapolis | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| THE OAKS ACADEMY Indianapolis | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Center For Inquiry School 2 Indianapolis | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Herron High School Indianapolis | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HOLY CROSS CENTRAL SCHOOL Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| THE OAKS ACADEMY - BROOKSIDE Indianapolis | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Paramount Brookside Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| KIPP Indy College Prep Middle Indianapolis | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP Indy Unite Elementary Indianapolis | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookside School 54 Indianapolis | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CAPITOL CITY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| HW Longfellow Med/STEM Magnet Midl Indianapolis | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,082
Median Home Value
$420,200
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
20,331
College Educated
62.3%
Homeownership
28.8%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
29.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carroll Junior High School Flora, IN | 7.8 |
| South Spencer Middle School Rockport, IN | 7.8 |
| H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis, IN | 7.7 |
| Manchester Intermediate School Laketon, IN | 7.7 |
| South Putnam Middle School Greencastle, IN | 7.9 |
| Adams Central Middle School Monroe, IN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Oaks Academy
What grades does The Oaks Academy serve?
The Oaks Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend The Oaks Academy?
The Oaks Academy has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Oaks Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Oaks Academy is 8.4:1. 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 rank in IN?
The Oaks Academy ranks #100 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is The Oaks Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Oaks Academy 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.
Is The Oaks Academy a private school?
Yes, The Oaks Academy 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 a religious school?
The Oaks Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 969-8500
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