Indianapolis Junior Academy in Indianapolis, IN, serves co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based setting within the Glendale neighborhood.
Founded in 1963, the school has a total enrollment of 77 students and a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 supported by 5 teachers.
The school is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and participates in the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC) and other associations.
Annual tuition is $7,200, which is below the Indianapolis average for private elementary schools.
Indianapolis Junior Academy ranks in the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for diversity, with approximately 93% of students representing color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,200
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Indianapolis Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Indianapolis Junior Academy cost?
Indianapolis Junior Academy's tuition is approximately $7,200 for private students.
What schools are Indianapolis Junior Academy often compared to?
Indianapolis Junior Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Indianapolis Southside Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Indianapolis Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Indianapolis Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Indianapolis Junior Academy located?
Indianapolis Junior Academy is located in the Glendale neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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