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Most Selective Private High Schools in Indiana

Name: Indiana Average Acceptance Rate Trends (High School)
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The average private high school acceptance rate in Indiana is 84% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Indiana is Eman Schools, with an acceptance rate of 25%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# IN Schools Ranked: 27
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 25%–95%
IN School Avg.: 79%
National School Avg.: 85%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# IN Schools Ranked: 27
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 25%–95%
IN School Avg.: 79%
National School Avg.: 85%

Indiana Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +0.0% (+0% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Indiana (IN) avg
2025	81%	81% (— 0 pp)
2024	81%	81% (▲ 1 pp)
2023	81%	80% (▲ 1 pp)
2022	81%	79% (▼ 2 pp)
2021	81%	81% (— 0 pp)
2020	81%	81% (— 0 pp)
2019	81%	81% (▼ 1 pp)
2018	80%	82% (▲ 1 pp)
2017	81%	81% (— 0 pp)
2016	80%	81% (— 0 pp)
2015	81%	81%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Indiana (acceptance rate range: 25%–95%, avg 79%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 25% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Indiana average private high schools acceptance rate?

The Indiana average private high schools acceptance rate is 84% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private high schools in Indiana?

The top ranked private high schools in Indiana include Eman Schools, Colonial Christian School and Culver Academies.

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