2024 Best Schools with Gifted and Talented Programs in the Indianapolis Area

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  1,168 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 1,168 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 5,327

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-5

• grade A+

• Students 674

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• PK, K-5

• grade A+

• Students 658

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• 6-8

• grade A+

• Students 999

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• PK, K-4

• grade A+

• Students 873

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• PK, K-4

• grade A+

• Students 655

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: CWE was a great elementary school. Teachers and staff are wonderful and caring. Parents are very involved and help create a very comfortable and fun environment for the kids.... Read 1 review

• grade A+

• Students 659

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• PK, 5-8

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,149

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  333 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 333 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 976

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: The teachers and staff are top notch and go above and beyond for the students. Great experience with TME!... Read 2 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 609

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• 5-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  6 reviews

Freshman: This school is a great school to introduce you to a new environment. I learned a variety of different things at this school. There are a variety of teachers at ZMS. Some will be amazing, and others, not so much. This school offers a lot of extracurriculars, especially for a middle school. This school taught me many life lessons that will be even more important in my future years. Overall, ZMS is a great school and a solid pick. Middle school is about learning and discovering many things before high school. This school is good because it allows you to balance relatively easily. The 5th-grade year may be challenging, but it only gets easier. However, one thing that is not prevalent at ZMS is diversity. The school lunch is also rather awful. Despite not being diverse at all and having terrible food, I loved this school. I highly recommend this school to anyone.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,225

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle school student: Clay Middle School was hands down the best middle school experience I could have ever asked for. From the moment I walked through those doors, I knew I was in for something special. First off, the teachers at Clay Middle School are absolute rockstars. They were not only incredibly knowledgeable in their subjects but also genuinely cared about each and every one of their students. They were always there to lend a helping hand or offer guidance whenever we needed it. Trust me, having supportive teachers makes a world of difference. What really stood out to me was the inclusive and accepting environment at Clay Middle School. It didn't matter who you were or where you came from, everyone was welcomed with open arms. I made some lifelong friends there and we still keep in touch even after all these years. All in all, my experience at Clay Middle School was absolutely phenomenal. The teachers, the activities, and the overall atmosphere made it a truly unforgettable time in my life.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,414

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Westfield-Washington Schools, IN•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  399 reviews

Senior: I’ve really loved my experience at Westfield. Before coming to Westfield, I went to a small district school that didn’t have many extracurricular that intrested me nor did I fit in that the school. When I came to Westfield High School, I got to take all sorts of classes, meet people with different backgrounds, interests, etc. and felt included in what I did, such as I took part in Westfield’s high school Dance Marathon for Riley Children’s hospital and feel welcomed at Westfield High School’s Gay Straight Alliance club. Coming to Westfield improved my social skills and my academic skills; I don’t think I would have gotten into college and be ready for college without going to Westfield, and I’m so thankful for that!... Read 399 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,627

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• PK, K-4

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

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 :)... Read 5 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 496

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: As a parent, I love Cardinal Elementary for my children. The staff is engaged with the students. They seem genuinely happy to be doing their jobs. Staff are encouraged to create before and after school clubs. One current club is Orff. In this club, students learn about rhythm and music. I am pleased that my children are able to attend school in such an encouraging and caring environment.... Read 1 review

• grade A+

• Students 540

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1