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#55 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 11% of private schools

University High School of Indiana

High School

2825 W 116TH ST, Carmel, IN 46032

Private

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#55 of 478

In Carmel

#1 of 5

public schools

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University High School of Indiana

8.2/10

High School in Carmel · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Towne Meadow Elementary School

9.3/10

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9.5/10

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About University High School of Indiana

University High School of Indiana is a private high school in Carmel, IN. University High School of Indiana serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. University High School of Indiana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares1.8 pts above IN schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, University High School of Indiana sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

University High School of Indiana 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

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How University High School of Indiana compares to the 17 public schools in Carmel, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
This School
vs
20:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
340
This School
vs
985
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
8.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.5% vs 0%
Black 13.5% vs 0%
Asian 9.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
University High School of Indiana Carmel Public Avg

All Schools in Carmel

School Rating
University High School of Indiana (this school) 8.2
Towne Meadow Elementary School 9.3
College Wood Elementary School 8.5
West Clay Elementary School 9.5
Creekside Middle School 8.9
Clay Center Elementary School 9.7
Smoky Row Elementary School 9.2
Carmel Middle School 8.0
Carmel Elementary School 9.0
Indiana Agriculture and Technology 4.4
Carmel High School 9.0
Forest Dale Elementary School 9.1
Mohawk Trails Elementary School 9.0
Woodbrook Elementary School 9.3
Clay Middle School 8.2
Cherry Tree Elementary School 9.0
Options Westfield 4.8
Prairie Trace Elementary School 9.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 340
View data sources

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)

White 66.5%
Black 13.5%
Asian 9.1%
Two or More 6.8%
Hispanic 3.8%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2825 W 116TH ST, Carmel, IN 46032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering University High School of Indiana may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Zionsville Community High School (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Zionsville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BREBEUF JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Indianapolis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carmel, see our Carmel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Towne Meadow Elementary School Carmel 0.7 mi 9.3
West Clay Elementary School Carmel 0.9 mi 9.5
College Wood Elementary School Carmel 0.9 mi 8.5
Creekside Middle School Carmel 1.1 mi 8.9
INDIANA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Carmel 1.3 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT WEST CLAY Carmel 1.6 mi 6.4
ADVENT LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Zionsville 1.6 mi
INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.0 mi
Clay Center Elementary School Carmel 1.9 mi 9.7
College Park Elementary School Indianapolis 2.6 mi 3.8
BREBEUF JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Indianapolis 3.0 mi 7.3
Smoky Row Elementary School Carmel 3.0 mi 9.2
Eagle Elementary School Zionsville 3.0 mi 9.1
Greenbriar Elementary School Indianapolis 3.8 mi 5.4
Union Elementary School Zionsville 3.7 mi 8.5
Zionsville Community High School Zionsville 3.3 mi 8.3
CARMEL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Carmel 3.6 mi
MARIA MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL ACA Indianapolis 4.5 mi 7.8
Spring Mill Elementary School Indianapolis 4.1 mi 5.4
Willow Lake Elementary School Indianapolis 4.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,438

Median Home Value

$464,200

Median Rent

$1,522/mo

Population

51,181

College Educated

75.4%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
North Decatur Jr-Sr High School Greensburg, IN 8.2
North Posey High School Poseyville, IN 8.2
Adams Central High School Monroe, IN 8.1
Parke Heritage High School Rockville, IN 8.1
Carroll Senior High School Flora, IN 8.3
Delphi Community High School Delphi, IN 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about University High School of Indiana

What grades does University High School of Indiana serve?

University High School of Indiana serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend University High School of Indiana?

University High School of Indiana has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at University High School of Indiana?

The student-teacher ratio at University High School of Indiana is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does University High School of Indiana rank in IN?

University High School of Indiana ranks #55 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is University High School of Indiana's MySchoolScout rating?

University High School of Indiana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is University High School of Indiana a private school?

Yes, University High School of Indiana 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 University High School of Indiana a religious school?

No, University High School of Indiana is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
340
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Hamilton County

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