Madrasa Tul Ilm is a private school. The beginnings of MTI School of Knowledge can be traced back more than fifteen years.
It was originally a home schooling program established by four African American devoted sisters: Sr. Muslimah Mustafa, Sr. Jamila Al-Khattab, Sr. Mumina Blackman, and Sr. Saeeda Amatullah.
The school began with the involvement of only a couple families.
Soon, however, the program expanded from just two families to six.
The school has come a long way since the beginning.
Little by little the school has added on to what it already had.
The Masjid first started out with a small building downtown.
The school that they had was a small home school consisting of about five students.
Even with that it was still full time. After much work, Dr. Haroon Qazi bought and donated area and began construction on a Masjid.
The idea was to have a full time school in the basement area and the prayer area on the upper level.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
School Of Knowledge ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
327 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are School Of Knowledge often compared to?
School Of Knowledge is often viewed alongside schools like Eman Schools by visitors of our site.
What is School Of Knowledge's ranking?
School Of Knowledge ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for School Of Knowledge?
The application deadline for School Of Knowledge is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is School Of Knowledge located?
School Of Knowledge is located in the Marian Cold Springs neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other private schools located in Marian Cold Springs.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: School Of Knowledge vs. Eman Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to School Of Knowledge is Cardinal Ritter High School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Purpose Of Life Academy (1.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cardinal Ritter High School
(Catholic)
3360 W 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 586 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3352 W 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 926-0516
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 926-0516
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 307 students
Purpose Of Life Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
3705 Kessler Blvd North Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 925-0335
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 925-0335
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 26 students
3237 W 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 500-4722
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 500-4722
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 22 students
2822 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cardinal Ritter High School
(Catholic)
3360 W 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 586 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3237 W 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 500-4722
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 500-4722
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 22 students
4330 N Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition listed
Indianapolis Training Inst
Alternative School (Christian)
2820 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
2.4 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 15 students
Providence Cristo Rey High School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
75 N Belleview Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 860-1000
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 860-1000
2.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 191 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cardinal Ritter High School
(Catholic)
3360 W 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 924-4333
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 586 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3352 W 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 926-0516
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 926-0516
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 307 students
3237 W 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 500-4722
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 500-4722
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 22 students
2822 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students
4330 N Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Purpose Of Life Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
3705 Kessler Blvd North Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 925-0335
Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 925-0335
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 26 students
2822 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 926-5211
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students
4330 N Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-1951
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition listed
Christ Temple Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
430 W Fall Creek Parkway North Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 924-1255
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 924-1255
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 14 students
Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
2143 Boulevard Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 371-0676
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 56 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Cascade Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6423 S Cr 200 W
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9285
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9285
9104 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Cascade Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6565 S Cr 200 W
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9315
Clayton, IN 46118
(317) 539-9315
9104 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 537 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Danville Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1425 W Lincoln St
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-5491
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-5491
9105.1 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 870 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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
9105.2 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
9105.2 miles
Gr: 2-4 | 626 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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