Shepherd Community Academy

Community center with a school, food pantry, and free tax preparation services, plus programs for children.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 135 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5

Student Body

Total Students
135 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Shepherd Community Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Shepherd Community Academy?
The application deadline for Shepherd Community Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Shepherd Community Academy located?
Shepherd Community Academy is located in the Christian Park neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Christian Park.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 135 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Indianapolis, IN is $11,330 for elementary schools and $13,083 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indianapolis, IN is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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