Excellent
#28 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 6% of private schools
The Orchard School
Elementary School
615 W 64TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#28 of 478
In Indianapolis
#11 of 64
public schools
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The Orchard School
Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Orchard School
The Orchard School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. The Orchard School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Orchard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, The Orchard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Orchard 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 The Orchard School compares to 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Orchard School (this school) | 8.5 |
| Fox Hill Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Westlane Middle School | 5.3 |
| Center for Inquiry School 84 | 9.3 |
| Crooked Creek Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Willow Lake Elementary School | 7.6 |
| IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd | 4.0 |
| IPS/Butler Lab at Eliza Blaker 55 | 7.9 |
| Center for Inquiry School 70 | 9.5 |
| Greenbriar Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Spring Mill Elementary School | 5.4 |
| New Augusta Public Academy - South | 3.9 |
| New Augusta Public Academy - North | 5.0 |
| Merle Sidener Gifted Academy | 9.4 |
| ACE Preparatory Academy | 7.3 |
| James Whitcomb Riley School 43 | 3.0 |
| Rousseau McClellan School 91 | 5.4 |
| IN Math & Science Academy - North | 4.0 |
| Indiana School For The Deaf | 4.8 |
| Northview Middle School | 7.7 |
| Eastbrook Elementary School | 4.1 |
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
615 W 64TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Orchard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center for Inquiry School 70 (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Center for Inquiry School 84 (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly 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 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 The Orchard School
What grades does The Orchard School serve?
The Orchard School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Orchard School?
The Orchard School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Orchard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Orchard School is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Orchard School rank in IN?
The Orchard School ranks #28 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is The Orchard School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Orchard 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 The Orchard School a private school?
Yes, The Orchard 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 The Orchard School a religious school?
No, The Orchard 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
- 402
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 713-5713
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