Worthmore Academy in Indianapolis, IN serves 42 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
Founded in 1988, the school employs 8 teachers with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1.
The school reflects a diverse student body, with approximately 74% of students identified as students of color.
Located in the Millersville neighborhood, Worthmore Academy offers early learning in an urban community setting.
Worthmore Academy is among Indianapolis private schools with one of the lowest student–teacher ratios for early childhood education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Worthmore Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Autism Spectrum/ADD/ADHD, Communication Disorder/ Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1988
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
74%
State avg.: 26%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Worthmore Academy is an alternative private school, k-12th grade, for children with learning differences. We work with all different learning differences, Dyslexia, Autism Spectrum, ADD, ADHD, Communication Disorder, PDD-NOS, Cognitive Differences....
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the application deadline for Worthmore Academy?
The application deadline for Worthmore Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Worthmore Academy located?
Worthmore Academy is located in the Millersville neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Millersville.
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