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For so many of the families we work with, and for my own family, too, finding the right home in Central Indiana starts with finding the right school. As my kids head out the door in their uniforms this school year, I’m reminded of just how lucky we are to live in a region with such incredible educational opportunities.

If you are exploring private education options for your children, Indianapolis and its surrounding suburbs offer a rich, diverse array of independent and parochial schools. Because navigating the various educational philosophies, ranging from classical and progressive to language-immersion and faith-based, can be overwhelming, we wanted to share a look at all ten of the standout institutions featured in our comprehensive Private School Guide of Central Indiana.

1. Park Tudor

• Overview: A co-educational independent school offering a balanced liberal arts-based college preparatory program that emphasizes individualized learning, character development, and community engagement.
• The Details: Established in 1902, the school serves junior kindergarten through grade 12. It has an enrollment of about 900 to 1,000 students, with an average classroom size of 13 to 17 students.
• Location: Meridian Hills in Indianapolis.

2. The International School of Indiana

• Overview: An internationally focused independent school offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate curriculum. It features language immersion tracks in French, Spanish, and Mandarin.
• The Details: Established in 1994, the school serves pre-kindergarten through grade 12. It has an enrollment of about 600+ students, with an average classroom size of 12 to 16 students.
• Location: Wynnedale in Indianapolis.

3. Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School

• Overview: A Jesuit, co-educational Catholic college preparatory high school rooted in the Ignatian tradition, known for rigorous academics and service-oriented formation.
• The Details: Established in 1962, the school serves high school grade levels. It has an enrollment of about 800 to 900 students, with an average classroom size of about 20 students.
• Location: Pike Township in Indianapolis.

4. The Oaks Academy

• Overview: A Christ-centered private school offering a classical education focused on academic excellence, character formation, and family partnership.
• The Details: Established in 1998, the school serves preschool through 8th grade. It has an enrollment of about 1,000 students, with an average classroom size of 18 to 20 students.
• Location: Fall Creek Place and Herron Morton in Indianapolis.

5. The Orchard School

• Overview: A progressive, independent school emphasizing whole-child development, experiential learning, and a nurturing community.
• The Details: Established in 1922, the school serves kindergarten through 8th grade. It has an enrollment of about 550 to 600 students, with an average classroom size of 15 to 18 students.
• Location: Crows Nest in Indianapolis.

6. Immaculate Heart of Mary

• Overview: A Catholic elementary and middle school committed to academic excellence and Catholic identity, fostering respect, responsibility, and reverence in a faith-centered community.
• The Details: Established in 1948, the school serves preschool through 8th grade. It has an enrollment of about 400 to 500 students, with an average classroom size of 18 to 22 students.
• Location: Meridian Kessler in Indianapolis.

7. Bishop Chatard High School

• Overview: A Roman Catholic co-educational college preparatory high school that blends faith, academics, and extracurricular opportunities in a supportive community.
• The Details: Established in 1961, the school serves high school grade levels. It has an enrollment of about 700 to 800 students, with an average classroom size of 18 to 22 students.
• Location: Broad Ripple in Indianapolis.

8. Sycamore School

• Overview: Indiana’s only independent school dedicated to gifted learners, offering enriched, accelerated programming tailored to curiosity and high-ability learners.
• The Details: Established in 1985, the school serves preschool through 8th grade. It has an enrollment of about 375 to 425 students, with an average classroom size of 18 to 20 students.
• Location: Pike Township in Indianapolis.

9. Guerin Catholic High School

• Overview: A Roman Catholic high school providing faith-based, college preparatory education known for strong academics, service, and community involvement.
• The Details: Established in 2004, the school serves high school grade levels. It has an enrollment of about 775 to 825 students, with an average classroom size of 15 to 18 students.
• Location: Westfield.

10. Heritage Christian School

• Overview: A large, independent Christian day school offering robust academics, athletics, and spiritual formation rooted in a Christian worldview.
• The Details: Established in 1965, the school serves preschool through 12th grade. It has an enrollment of about 1,500 students, with an average classroom size of 13 to 18 students.
• Location: Lawrence Township in Indianapolis.

Need Help Aligning Your Home Search with the Right School?

Finding the perfect school structure for your children is the first step; finding the perfect home nearby to keep your morning commute simple is the next. Whether you want a historic home in Meridian Kessler, a suburban property in Westfield, or a home near Meridian Hills, we know the neighborhoods surrounding these local institutions inside and out.

Reach out to Bond Real Estate Co. today, and let’s map out a strategy that meets both your educational and real estate goals!

Mike Feldman – Team Lead

Bond Real Estate Co. at Compass

Email: mike.feldman@compass.com

Phone: (317) 965-5034

Disclaimer: Bond Real Estate Co. is a real estate team affiliated with Compass, a licensed real estate brokerage. This guide does not include all of the private schools in central Indiana, and while compiled using multiple websites, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. We encourage you to do your own research to determine which school best fits your needs.