2024 Best Schools in Indiana

• Muncie, IN•

• Public School•

• 10-12

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  375 reviews

Junior: The Academy allowed me to truly explore my academic potential and opened the door to so many opportunities that I wouldn't have otherwise. Whether it be the academic curriculum, to the staff, academic and residential, the Academy is dedicated to helping you become the best you can possibly be. It's an environment that will make you more productive and will ready you for the challenges of life: in education or your day-to-day. The highest recommendation I can make and the best decision you or your child can make to furthering their education and future academic career.... Read 375 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 213

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Culver, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.46 out of 5  173 reviews

Alum: It’s a shame the school is not rated hired on the national boarding school rankings. Culver attracts the most well rounded students in the country. The combination of intellectual skills, athletic ability, and leadership traits present in the study body is remarkable. The tops students attend, the top athletes and the top leaders. You are truly surrounded by exceptional people. The institution is grounded in rich history and has stayed true to its mission over the course of its long existence. The administrators faculty and staff are very supportive of Culver‘s mission and the varying endeavors of students. The amount of money annually Culver receives from alumni and parents is a testament to the life-changing experience Culver is for majority of students. People want to give back to institution that provided them with so much in the most crucial years of life. I met some of the best teachers athletes students and mentors at Culver. I loved my 4 years!... Read 173 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 832

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Evansville, IN•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  130 reviews

Senior: If you've seen any rankings/reviews, you know this school is rigorous. But because students choose to attend this high school, the student body consists of like-minded individuals who like learning and pushing academic boundaries There is a spot for everyone here—as each class is ~100 students, Signature has a very close-knit community. The faculty is amazing without exception; their love for teaching and care for the students is clear Signature feels like home. The countless clubs—with focuses in service, language/culture, academics, pride, sports (esp. recent years), etc—encourage intergrade interactions & relationships This school has an open campus! Many students go out to eat and most enjoy lunch outside. There are currently 3 buildings, and for this reason (considering it's in downtown Evansville), students must take extra care to be safe. However, the administration oversees and prioritizes student safety so this isn't really a concern 10/10 recommend applying&shadowing :)... Read 130 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 383

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• West Lafayette Community School Corporation, IN•

• 7-12

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  188 reviews

Senior: Without a doubt, this is an academically rigorous school. Teachers will push you to your limits, and students are incredibly competitive and driven. This is a school of nerds! However, this "nerd" community is also incredibly passionate about a wide variety of subjects, and are always willing to share and educate their peers.... Read 188 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,100

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  98 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 98 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 500

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  86 reviews

Freshman: This school is excellent! I am currently a freshman and i have never felt more at home. There is however a concern that there are not in enough AP courses. I do not find this a problem because if you take advantage of the ones given to you colleges will acknowledge that. The extracurriculars are very orderly and teach you a lot about the outside occupations you can have. Overall i have no social and academic problems with this school.... Read 86 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 950

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Laporte, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.44 out of 5  54 reviews

Parent: The small class sizes allowed my son to receive personalized attention and excel faster. Also, the large international student population gave him the opportunity to develop strong bonds while learning about new cultures. Finally, the campus is absolutely beautiful!... Read 54 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 193

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  134 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 134 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 772

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  1,171 reviews

Senior: From college prep classes to soccer teams, I am extremely fortunate to have had the opportunity to attend a high school like Carmel. For the almost four years I have been attending, Carmel has proven how their high-quality teachers and curriculum can allow students to reach academic achievement. The facility, more specifically counselors, has provided tremendous support in the segway from the remainder of a student's high school experience to college, making the transition much less stressful. Not only does Carmel have outstanding scholastic fulfillment, but the endless clubs and state-winning athletic programs allow for students to become involved with the school and the community inside the classroom and out. I am forever grateful for the memories I have made at Carmel High School and wouldn't have wanted to receive a high school diploma from anywhere else!... Read 1,171 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 5,327

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Fort Wayne, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  102 reviews

Senior: Very good school — the best quality being the faculty, who are also vehemently supportive of students and will go out of their way to ensure student success. No child is left behind, and children are encourage in almost all endeavors. There is an intense and competitive academic culture, and a lack of diversity, but Canterbury is beginning to take steps to address these issues. Canterbury works to grow and teach the whole child, and enhance every area of their life — not only academics.... Read 102 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,030

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  220 reviews

Senior: Cathedral High School is a great school for all students. I have grown so much as a student and leader. I have been supported by staff, peers and our Cathedral families. My experience at Cathedral High Schools has been amazing!... Read 220 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,170

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• 6-8

• grade A+

• Students 1,346

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: The staff, students and community of Eagle Elementary is amazing. It is a very welcoming school and it is evident the staff cares deeply about the academic, social and emotional growth of each student.... Read 1 review

• grade A+

• Students 597

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Sophomore: My overall experience at Creekside was really good, minus a few details. First of all, there were some teachers that didn't seem to put in as much effort as others. While most teachers were quite amazing there were definitely a hand full that were not. Second of all, there were some pretty major situations with a student threatening the school and students and hardly anything was done or said about it.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,280

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• K-5

• grade A+

• Students 640

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• West Lafayette Community School Corporation, IN•

• 4-6

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  9 reviews

Middle School Student: I went to school here for a year and it was fun And You got snack time as a sixth grader and we got to go outside and it was great... Read 9 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 545

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Fishers, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  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

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  448 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 448 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,242

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• West Lafayette Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-3

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  Rating 2.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: We’ve had a wonderful experience with WLES. Our boys are thriving, learning and enjoying the close community of the school, and enjoying the diversity that exists making friends from all over the world.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 724

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: Principal is awesome! He is friendly to everyone and tries to know all students in his building.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 627

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Monroe County Community School Corporation, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  19 reviews

Senior: My four years at this school has been spectacular! My teachers are advocates for me, they want to see all of us succeed and grow. I have been present with so many awesome opportunities such as internships, scholarships, volunteer events, awards/certifications, and more!... Read 19 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 91

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 2.2 out of 5  5 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 683

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• PK, K-4

• grade A+

• Students 586

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Teachers and Staff at Delaware Trail are often seen going the extra mile to make sure students are successful. Often teachers transform their classrooms to immerse students in a subject to encourage better learning and engagement. Teachers work diligently to keep open lines of communication flowing between themselves and parents. At Delaware Trail students and families feel welcome and supported.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 585

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Whitelick Elementary has dedicated teachers and excellent principal. We have been very impressed with the family involvement and the educators’ investment in the school. We love Whitelick!... Read 1 review

• grade A+

• Students 621

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1