2019 Best Schools in IndianaAbout this List

West Lafayette Junior/Senior High School

• West Lafayette Community School Corporation, IN
• 7-12
• 155

Sophomore: It is a fairly small school (around 1000 students) and the main focus academics. The sports programs/clubs are average. It's an excellent school, but the environment is extremely competitive. Most students are very academically focused, and feel pressured to get straight A's. The material is very challenging and fast-spaced, especially in honors courses. Most classes are self-taught. All gpas are unweighted, so students do not receive a boost for taking more difficult classes. The grading system works so that 90-100 is a 4.0, 80-89 is a 3.0, etc. Attending this school will definitely prepare you for college, improve your work ethic, and challenge you.
Read 155 Reviews

• A+

• 1,081 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities

• Public School
• Muncie, IN
• 11-12
• 285

Senior: The Indiana Academy for Science Mathematics, and Humanities has provided the best opportunities for me! I have had access to classes here that I never would have at my old school. The cirriculum is challenging but it well prepared me for college! The teachers are amazing and professional in their courses! The only think I would change at this school would be the unorganization. The school can be unorganized with convocations and information.
Read 285 Reviews

• A+

• 315 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Signature School

• Public School
• Evansville, IN
• 9-12
• 79

Senior: Signature School is an IB Charter school in Evansville, Indiana. Many alumni's always come back and comment on how Signature School has definitely prepared them for college. At Sig, we take college-level courses which are taught by amazing teachers who strive to prepare their students for the real world ahead of them. The environment is very diverse with students from different backgrounds, cultures, and religions. It is a small school, so everyone will feel like family over time. Overall, I would definitely recommend Signature school to any student who wants the best possible liberal arts education and the best high school experience with Sig's quirky traditions and events!
Read 79 Reviews

• A+

• 347 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Culver Academies

• Private School
• Culver, IN
• 9-12
• 77

Alum: During my first year at Culver, I grew the equivalent to three years that I would have had of growth back home. I got to meet people from all over the world, with different backgrounds, and different ways of thinking. The schools creates a community in which it is very easy to form lifelong friendships. Suddenly all the girls from CGA are your friends...and your closest friends are the girls from your dorm (or house), and your best friends are the girls from your floor! It does not matter what country/age/religion/ethnicity they are. Academics are the best and suddenly you are taking classes with the author of the book used in class, and not only used at culver but in other high schools in the country. The teachers genuinely care for the students and they live right on campus so they are always available to help students. Every sport/activity you can come up with is probably there and if you want/like an activity that is not there, the school is always willing to open it!
Read 77 Reviews

• A+

• 814 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Canterbury School

• Private School
• Fort Wayne, IN
• PK, K-12
• 78

Senior: At Canterbury, I love the push for student involvement. I don’t know a single student who is not on a sports team or a part of a club because there is a large emphasis placed on creating not only a well rounded student, but also a well rounded person.

What makes Canterbury a unique school is the connection that students have with teachers. Teachers aren’t just available for class time, but also after school and via email or phone call at any point during the day.

In addition, there has been a huge push towards diversity and understanding the world and the way it functions outside of the student demographic. Since I have been a freshmen, we have started Courageous Conversations and a Diversity Summit.

I would highly recommend Canterbury to anyone who wants a fast paced competitive environment that will prepare them for college like no other school will. I have loved my time there. And would not dream of choosing another school.
Read 78 Reviews

• A+

• 1,030 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Park Tudor School

• Private School
• Indianapolis, IN
• PK, K-12
• 71

Senior: I came to Park Tudor as a freshman, expecting rigorous academics that would prepare me for college. My expectations were readily met, and I have been challenged, both by peers and by educators, which has resulted in my success. However amazing their academics are, the sports program is a little bit lacking, which makes sense considering how small of a school Park Tudor is. The clubs/activities are really fun in general, but they are not that diverse and there is not that many, which is also because of the relatively small student body.
Read 71 Reviews

• A+

• 950 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carmel High School

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN
• 9-12
• 937

Alum: Carmel high school can be very rewarding at great costs. Most students that achieve highly academically struggle immensely with the other portions of their life, including personal happiness. Also many of the students that don’t choose to strain themselves with rigorous courseloads end up having a far lower quality education while still having to put in uncomfortable amounts of work. Finding the right balance between fun, school, and sports/extra curriculars seems to be one of the hardest things every student their has to go through. That considered, CHS does truly give you the opportunity achieve any goal you choose as long as you put the work in.
Read 937 Reviews

• A+

• 4,930 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

University High School of Indiana

• Private School
• Carmel, IN
• 9-12
• 44

Parent: We have been only thrilled with our experience at University! The faculty rival their collegiate counterparts and care for the students to boot. The January Term experience is one-of-a-kind at the high school level, and offers experiences that can't be taught in a traditional classroom. We would highly recommend University to anyone looking for their students to be challenged while cared for!
Read 44 Reviews

• A+

• 304 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Happy Hollow Elementary School

• West Lafayette Community School Corporation, IN
• 4-6
• 8

Parent: We LOVE Happy Hollow. We currently have a 4th grader attending her last year at this school. We love the teachers, the building and the schedule!! We've been Hawks for 6years now (Pre-K-now) and I am definitely going to miss it. The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing! Great heart, teaching skills, and most importantly open communication!! We love you HAPPY HOLLOW!!!!
Read 8 Reviews

• A+

• 520 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

International School of Indiana

• Private School
• Indianapolis, IN
• PK, K-12
• 73

Parent: The majority of teachers are wonderful and devoted, though there are a few who are completely mailing it in (and everyone seems to know and accept this for certain grades). The administration is a disaster, and honestly the key element holding the school back from being what it could be. Once a few key relics who have been hanging on since the early days and are essentially just waiting out the retirement clock finally cash out we can hopefully find a way to replace them with people who know what they are doing, show up to work most days, and are interested in not just chugging along on the easiest path, but pushing to make the school as great as it could be! Also, the "only twenty years old" excuse is wearing thin... it's actually kind of a long time in the scheme of establishing private schools in terms of their relative successes and resulting financial solvency.
Read 73 Reviews

• A+

• 575 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School

• Private School
• Indianapolis, IN
• 9-12
• 89

Senior: Brebeuf is a good fit for students who are self-motivated. Students learn to manage their time with the modular schedule, which will be useful in college. Brebeuf students also have the opportunity to get to know teachers very well thanks to the small class sizes. The social studies department is fantastic! The math department is not. If you are not a math whiz, you are going to struggle the entire four years. There are plenty of clubs and teams you can participate in as well as a number of summer programs. The counselors at Brebeuf are very helpful as well. Each student is assigned both an academic counselor and a college counselor, which is wonderful. Knowing that you have the same person all four years to help you reach to college goals is great.
Read 89 Reviews

• A+

• 734 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Munster High School

• School Town of Munster, IN
• 9-12
• 362

Senior: My experience in Munster High School is great. I met friends for a lifetime and I receive a stellar education. I love the teachers and staff of Munster High School. The teachers care about their students and prepare their students well for college. The classes are rigorous yet exciting. Some things that need change is the building itself, I believe. Throughout the building, there are numerous leaks, and the carpet needs a replacement. My school is aware of this, and many renovations have taken place, but more need to be done. Overall, Munster High School, a top-rated high school in the US, delivers an unforgettable experience for students!
Read 362 Reviews

• A+

• 1,487 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cumberland Elementary School

• West Lafayette Community School Corporation, IN
• K-3

• A+

• 673 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Creekside Middle School

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN
• 6-8

• A+

• 1,340 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

College Wood Elementary School

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN
• PK, K-5

• A+

• 728 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fishers High School

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN
• 9-12
• 562

Alum: Fishers was everything you can ever dream of in a high school. Between the supportive and impressive faculty, to the facilities, and everything in between, this school has it all! The school is settled in the middle of a wonderful city in Indiana and had the resources and people to allow any student to succeed. As a student, you are safe and valued. As an alumni, I felt very prepared for college, more so than my other college friends. There was no shortage of activities, clubs, and organizations to become active in. As for athletics, Fishers teams were very competitive state-wide, and sometimes nationally. The pride and spirit that the school had was demonstrated in many ways but was notably seen at football games against the rival school in town. There was nothing like cheering on for your tigers.
Read 562 Reviews

• A+

• 3,148 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

West Clay Elementary School

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN
• K-5

• A+

• 732 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Reagan Elementary School

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN
• K-5
• 1

Niche User: Principal is awesome! He is friendly to everyone and tries to know all students in his building.
Read 1 Review

• A+

• 601 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

La Lumiere School

• Private School
• Laporte, IN
• 9-12
• 38

Freshman: Love the school! Would recommend to anyone who asks! It is such an open and welcoming environment. The connection between the teachers and students is amazing and everyone is extremely friendly
Read 38 Reviews

• A+

• 232 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boone Meadow

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN
• PK, K-4

• A+

• 369 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Britton Elementary School

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN
• K-4

• A+

• 729 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eagle Elementary School

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN
• PK, K-4
• 5

High School Freshman: Elementary school is an exciting and fun time! I really enjoyed my experience and I would go back to visit my teachers if I could :)
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• A+

• 422 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brownsburg West Middle School

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN
• 6-8

• A+

• 958 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Zionsville Community High School

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN
• 9-12
• 358

Alum: I was in the 2017 graduating class. While I attended the school I had a great experience. There were so many clubs, activities, sports, and organizations to get involved in. No matter what your interests were, there was always something for you. I also, thought that the teachers truly cared about our learning and wanted to see us succeed. I still stay in contact with a few of my high school teachers. Another thing is I feel that Zionsville Community High School does a good job at making sure that every student feels safe and supported while they are at school. We are a very competitive school academically, but the staff at the school makes sure to remind us that we are still a part of a family. Finally, Zionsville Community High School does a nice job of including students with disabilities. They are in our general education classes, in our cafeterias, and participate in our high school sports. They make it very important that we are an inclusive school and I loved that.
Read 358 Reviews

• A+

• 1,911 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

White Lick Elementary School

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN
• K-5
• 1

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

• A+

• 586 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio