Christ Temple Christian Academy in Indianapolis, IN, offers co–ed education for grades PK through 4 in a city–based community near NW Riverside.
Founded in 1908, the school is one of the oldest private schools in Indiana, operating with a Pentecostal and Association of Christian Schools International affiliation.
The school enrolls 14 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 2 full–time teachers.
The student body is 100% students of color, reflecting a diverse learning environment in this Indianapolis preschool and early elementary private school.
Christ Temple Christian Academy ranks in the top 20% of Indiana private schools for diversity and historical longevity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Christ Temple Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: “It’s all about Jesus!”
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christ Temple Christian Academy's ranking?
Christ Temple Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christ Temple Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Christ Temple Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Christ Temple Christian Academy located?
Christ Temple Christian Academy is located in the Near NW Riverside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Near NW Riverside.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Christ Temple Christian Academy is Indianapolis Training Inst (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2143 Boulevard Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 56 students
Indianapolis Training Inst
Alternative School (Christian)
2820 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 15 students
2822 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students
The Oaks Academy ![The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.]( "The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.")
(Christian)
2301 N Park Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 1,102 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
33 E 33rd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Indianapolis Training Inst
Alternative School (Christian)
2820 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 15 students
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students Tuition listed
School Of Knowledge
(Islamic)
2850 Cold Spring Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 923-0328
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 923-0328
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students
4330 N Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition listed
Cardinal Ritter High School
(Catholic)
3360 W 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
2.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 586 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2143 Boulevard Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 56 students
Indianapolis Training Inst
Alternative School (Christian)
2820 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 15 students
2822 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students
The Oaks Academy ![The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.]( "The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.")
(Christian)
2301 N Park Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 1,102 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
33 E 33rd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2143 Boulevard Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 56 students
2822 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students
The Oaks Academy ![The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.]( "The Oaks Academy Photo - Pre-Kindergarten students next to the butterfly enclosure as they learn about the spring season and transformation.")
(Christian)
2301 N Park Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 610-0880
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 1,102 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
33 E 33rd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 926-0425
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 382 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3515 Washington Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 921-1806
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 921-1806
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 133 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Danville Community High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Warrior Way
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-6431
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-6431
9104.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 853 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
South Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1375 W Lincoln St
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2131
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2131
9104.5 miles
Gr: 2-4 | 626 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
398 Urban St
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2610
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2610
9104.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Mill Creek East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4740 Iowa St
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9225
9104.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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