The Independence Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

The Independence Academy in Indianapolis, IN, serves 35 students in grades 5 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
Founded in 2008, this co–ed school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with 9 total teachers.
Approximately 22% of students represent diverse racial backgrounds, reflecting aspects of the Indianapolis community.
Located in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood, the school offers specialized education in a large city environment.

Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 5-12
Enrollment: 35 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	The Independence Academy
7	6
8	6
9	7
10	8
11	3
12	5

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Grade 10 has the most students with 8, while Grade 11 has the fewest at 3.

Year Founded

2008

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Student Body

Total Students

35 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

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The application deadline for The Independence Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The Independence Academy is located in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other private schools located in Meridian Kessler.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Indianapolis, IN is $9,677 for elementary schools and $11,845 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Indianapolis, IN is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).