2024 Best Schools for STEM in the Indianapolis Area

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  87 reviews

Senior: My experience at Park Tudor School has been filled with new personal connections, intellectual growth, and an emphasis on trying new things. The school requires 2 seasons of a sport, a fine arts class, and various other humanities and STEM requirements. These push me to approach education in an interdisciplinary manner, learning about history's application to technology and math's influence on creative writing. The teachers at PT support their students in any way needed. I have used many teacher office hours, asked for countless recommendations, and gotten exposed to new opportunities through them. The highlight of this school is the small knit community. My graduating class has 118 students all of whom know each other and every teacher very well. When walking down the halls I am familiar with all of the students and teachers providing a sense of community. This familiarity provides a strong sense of school pride which carries on even after students graduate from this school.... Read 87 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 950

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  1,184 reviews

Senior: Overall my experience at Carmel High School has been pretty good! My first year it was a bit of a struggle because of us being on a hybrid schedule due to COVID-19, so it made it harder to get to know people and make friends. Although, since then I have had a good time at CHS. I believe that they prepare you the best they can with the school having over 5000 students. I have learned that there is a lot of help and resources available for that help, but you have to be the one to go out and look for it. Something that I wish they would do differently is promote clubs better. This is because the school has an immense amount of clubs, however, students are not regularly exposed to them or even know that they exist. I think that something the school could do to improve this is have a day after school where they have a clubs fair. This way students would have the opportunity to be exposed to all the clubs, learn about them, and potentially get involved in them.... Read 1,184 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 5,327

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  136 reviews

Junior: The school has been nothing but extraordinary. It is one which gives a vast span academic rigor and the 11:1 student-faculty ratio gives an amazing opportunity for one-on-one student teacher time. The teachers and staffing do everything with student success in mind. Not only this, but there are many times throughout the day built in for students to meet with teachers in subject offices, complete homework or socialize. The school does an amazing job of providing a great balance between work and fun. With students constantly attending sporting events, club meetings and other school led activities, the different grade levels are able to interact. Also, it is not super religious. Students can participate in relies events at their choice. The school offers amazing scholarship opportunities and highly ranked athletic teams (2021-22 W. Volleyball, M. Soccer, M. Cross Country all state champions and Football Runner-Ups). I would highly recommend to at least do a tour or come shadow!... Read 136 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 772

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  100 reviews

Parent: As a 3rd culture kid myself and as part of a bi-racial family, some of the most important factors in choosing the International School of Indiana was so that our family would not just be accepted, but that my children would be seen, understood and be surrounded by other like-minded families and staff that would understand the unique, nuanced nature of what it means to be culturally diverse, especially in the Midwest US. The rich foundation that is the International Baccalaureate curriculum encourages critical thinking, thoughtful communication and an inherent understanding that we can always find common ground, through open-minded discourse and exchange. It is those important, critical life skills, coupled with the gift of a second language, French in our case, which means they are also acquiring the ability to converse in a different language, understand different cultures and keep their young minds functioning exceptionally. Go Gryphons!... Read 100 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 500

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  449 reviews

Senior: Zionsville High School is a large, appealing public high school. Recently it's undergone changes to better accommodate the lives of students such as a new cafeteria and entrance. We have several options to pick for lunch every day, but usually it's the same few options every day. I've had mostly positive experiences with the staff. I believe most the staff tries to create a safe inclusive learning environment for all students. I also have not had a class where I felt I was not being taught anything useful or being forced to do too much at once. The social atmosphere here is very good. I haven't seen many problems with bullying, and there are little to no fights here. I think this school prioritizes sports over other extra curriculars. I would be interested in events for clubs other than sports. This school is definitely not very diverse. Currently, one of our parking lots is closed due to renovations but we do have traffic cops to help direct at the end of the day.... Read 449 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,242

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Fishers, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.24 out of 5  17 reviews

Alum: I would recommend Eman Schools. There is a great focus on STEM and college readiness. Teachers are focused and experts within their respective fields. STEM is prioritized and there is a lot of emphasis placed on college prep. Additionally, students are given the opportunity from a young age to begin taking the PSAT and SAT. There is not a large focus on sports within the school.... Read 17 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 342

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  222 reviews

Senior: My experience at Cathedral High School has been incredible! I have enjoyed each year, as i have had a chance to grow, be challenged, feel supported and thrive. I am definitely prepared for college. I would liek to see my diverse teachers on staff this would better align with the student body.... Read 222 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,170

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  18 reviews

Parent: I have a daughter in the Pre-K class and she absolutely loves it! Cornerstone Baptist Academy has a tremendous teaching staff this year. This is the best teaching staff they have ever had. They love the Lord, they love the students, there is now such a sweet spirit amongst the staff and student body. I highly recommend CBA to anyone with children in Pre-K through 12th grade. They have small class sizes which allows the teachers to spend quality time with each student, and allows them to know each student's name and it is a much closer-knit class that way.... Read 18 reviews

• grade A

• Students 75

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Westfield-Washington Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  406 reviews

Senior: I moved during 2020 to Westfield, IN and probably one of the best high schools in terms of its academics and rigor of courses. The teachers at Westfield high school are willing to help student whether being academically or having conversations how they been doing outside school. Students at Westfield Highschool are very passionate about the clubs they participate in and try to figure out how they can make them better and accessible to more students to enjoy. Westfield also doesn't tend to have a lot of problems relating to bullying which is a huge plus coming from very bad past experiences. My favorite activities have been Cross Country and Track for its team aspect, and Esports club since my biggest passion is technology and gaming. The best part of Westfield Highschool has to be the Trimester System which allows 15 classes a year over 14 on a semester schedule. Highly recommend this school with how good the school is for the students here.... Read 406 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,627

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  747 reviews

Senior: I love the academic challenge and variety that is offered. The advanced classes push students and prepares students for continuing on to college so the transition is easier. I have never seen any student limited by the lack of variety of classes...there is definitely something for every interest. The availability of possible career paths really helps student learn what they love early, before they go to college. The variety of subjects exposes students to many different subjects and this can help a student develop a passion for something before entering college!... Read 747 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,430

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Noblesville, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  179 reviews

Alum: Outstanding Catholic High School in the heart of Hamilton County! As an alumni, I have so much love for this Catholic Community. The students, staff, families and community supporters are what make this place special. With a vibrant campus, rigorous academics and a focus on Catholic Tradition. Highlights include the reputable International Baccalaureate program, state winning athletic programs and a vibrant student life program centered around faith-filled retreats year round. This school is a wonderful place for students to discover their God given talents... Read 179 reviews

• grade A

• Students 722

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  800 reviews

Senior: I have been blessed with the honor of attending Fishers High School, all my teachers have been caring, kind, and supportive to me as I've progressed throughout my high school career. I am proud to call myself a Fishers High School Tiger and I will always be apart of it. From the fun programs, assemblies, dances, awards and events - I have felt a sense of belonging from the moment I stepped foot into this school! I love the band (and marching band) and French program here. They take mental health serious here, they are always open to hearing about your day and mental health. The guidance counselors are there for you if you are having a bad day or when you are depressed, stressed, overwhelmed, etc! When it is time to start the search for colleges, they are always behind you with every step you take.... Read 800 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,611

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• 1-12

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  691 reviews

Senior: As a student in preforming arts, our program is exceptional! Though, the visual arts program could use more funding as a whole. I continuously have amazing experiences with a number of the teachers here, and they're some of the most exceptional and inspiring people I've met.... Read 691 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,013

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Carmel, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.34 out of 5  64 reviews

Senior: The best part of the school is definitely the teachers. A lot of them are really passionate about what they do and they're really good about providing help if you ask. The downside is that sometimes the best way to get help is to directly ask for it. Your University experience is very dependent on how much you lean in to the school culture and resources. The more you engage, the more the school embraces you. On one hand, students can have a lot of sway and can create almost anything. On the other hand, it is hard to make something that lasts. The school is subject to change with the passing of every senior class.... Read 64 reviews

• grade A

• Students 327

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Public School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.84 out of 5  334 reviews

Senior: In general, Herron High School is a wonderful place to get an education. The teachers all genuinely care about the students, and treat them as fellow people. Students are polite and spirited, and unique! There's so much diversity in these halls. The main issues are with communication- emails can be confusing and either too frequent or not frequent enough, scheduling is strange, and overall Herron is a very nontraditional school, which can work for some but definitely won't work for all.... Read 334 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 976

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  14 reviews

Senior: Mti School of knowledge is a muslim school which teaches students from K-12 about various subjects like math, physics,computer,govenment,etc, make sure the students uphold good moral values/ethics, manners, and ensure good quality education and safety of the students.... Read 14 reviews

• grade A

• Students 312

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Noblesville, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  23 reviews

Other: It has been an honor working at Legacy Christian School. I have loved the support of the administration as well as the encouraging and uplifting words of staff members. It has also been truly a blessing to incorporate conversations about God into the classes that I teach. The kids are absolutely amazing here! They strive to be excellent learners and above all else, they want to be followers of Jesus. Following Jesus and helping kids believe in their God-given talents is what I strive for as a teacher. Legacy is truly the best place you could put your child as they will fall in love with Christ and will receive an excellent education that prepares them for the real-world!... Read 23 reviews

• grade A

• Students 323

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Avon Community School Corporation, IN•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.94 out of 5  791 reviews

Senior: Avon High School is a well diverse and strong academically equipped school. Their staff are both professional and personable. Their athletics are hit and miss from year to year, but the coaches build positive relationships that last a lifetime. The school offers an unlimited amount of clubs and organizations. If there is one missing one, you can start it! Avon High School does an excellent job on preparing students for both college and for life.... Read 791 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,258

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Center Grove Community School Corporation, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  517 reviews

Senior: Center Grove High School has been my entire high school career. Overall–in comparison to other schools within central Indiana–it’s been a pretty good experience. I’ve had some good teachers, some bad teachers, and some really bad teachers. I also worked within the IT center of CGHS, and they were nice, plus it paid well. There are a lot of great opportunities here!... Read 517 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,754

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• School Town of Speedway, IN•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.13 out of 5  101 reviews

Senior: It’s a great school! Such an amazing and welcoming atmosphere with fantastic students and teachers. Living here is awesome. The best part living here is that WE are all family and we support each other no matter what. I’ve felt so inclusive and loved. From my experiences, it’s been awesome and I would definitely recommend to everyone who is looking for a great education and good atmosphere to be in. The teachers are the best! Without them, I would be lost, but they know how to teach and help us understand and grow. I love Speedway, and I’m sure others will also love being in Speedway!... Read 101 reviews

• grade A

• Students 543

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Noblesville Schools, IN•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.87 out of 5  697 reviews

Alum: I had excellent experiences with my teachers! I had a rough senior year and all of them were super understanding with my outside circumstances. We also had an amazing performing arts and sports programs (well every sport but football). Both our boys and girls soccer won state, unified and female track teams won state, our marching band went to state, and our jazz band went to New York to play at Ellington. It was an amazing experiences and community to be apart of.... Read 697 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,234

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  246 reviews

Sophomore: The staff are tremendous people and they truly care about mental health and growing each student spiritually and mentally, not just academically. I LOVE my school. Schools often say they are a family, but with Roncalli, this is actually true. Every single person in the building would give anything to help each other. This past year, our opening school assembly talked about pulling each other and pushing each other to finish this school together. In addition, the academics are truly top notch. Roncalli recognizes the sacrifices parents make to send their children here, and they truly make the money worth it. I could not imagine attending any other high school. The athletics are also amazing, and the student body loves to support one another. As a current student, I LOVE this place and the Roncalli family, and would strongly recommend it to anyone undecided upon a high school. You will not regret it, this place is amazing and absolutely worth the money!!!... Read 246 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,090

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Southern Hancock County Community School Corporation, IN•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.83 out of 5  320 reviews

Senior: I love how prideful all if not most teachers and staff are about the school. Great athletics teams. Very wide variety of athletics and clubs. Pretty good teaching curriculum. The teachers are amazing! They are very willing to give help to anybody and very happy and open about not just their teaching world, but also their personal lives outside of school. The staff put together fun things to hype the kids up for different events. They also have a system called the Class Cup Points. The Class Cup Points is pretty much a competition between all of the different grade levels and at the end of the year whoever has the most points gets a field trip to someplace fun (normally it is Victory Field). You can earn points by dressing up for the Spirit Weeks or going to certain athletic events as well. Overall, New Palestine High School is the best!... Read 320 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,167

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Public School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.5 out of 5  12 reviews

Senior: My experience with Herron Riverside has been both enlightening and challenging. One of the best parts of my journey has been the opportunity to learn and grow in ways I never anticipated. The knowledge and skills I've gained have been invaluable. Additionally, the people I've met along the way, including instructors, classmates, and mentors, have been incredibly supportive and have enriched my learning experience. While there have been many positives, there have also been some challenges along the way. One of the most challenging aspects of my experience has been the workload and time management. Balancing work, home works and clubs with other aspects of life has been demanding at times. Additionally, I've faced moments of self-doubt and frustration when I encountered particularly complex concepts or tasks. Looking ahead, there are a few things I'd like to see change or improve in my journey. Firstly, I hope for more resources and support for in school sport physical testing.... Read 12 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 409

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 3.93 out of 5  167 reviews

Senior: I have enjoyed my time spent at Cardinal Ritter High School. I was enrolled in the seventh grade, and I have attended Cardinal Ritter up till my senior year. The environment that encompasses Cardinal Ritter is warm and welcoming. Full of diversity and wonderful students, faculty, and staff, Ritter has been a wonderful place to learn and grow. I overall rate my school a 5/5 for these reasons and many more.... Read 167 reviews

• grade A

• Students 635

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1