RURAL COMMUNITY ACADEMY

Rural Community Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 177 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, Rural Community Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rural Community Academy (RCA) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Sullivan, Indiana, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a project-based learning model that emphasizes hands-on education, critical thinking, and the integration of real-world experiences into the classroom. By maintaining smaller class sizes, RCA focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where teachers can closely monitor individual student progress and foster a strong, supportive school culture.

Beyond core academic instruction, Rural Community Academy is deeply invested in connecting its students to the surrounding community and environment. The school often utilizes its rural setting to offer unique outdoor learning opportunities and collaborative projects that encourage students to become active, engaged citizens. By prioritizing both character development and academic achievement, RCA aims to equip its students with the practical skills and confidence necessary to succeed in high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Rural Community Academy at (812) 382-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.