THE BLOOMINGTON PROJECT SCHOOL

The Bloomington Project School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the The Bloomington Project School school district, located in Bloomington, IN with about 279 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, The Bloomington Project School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

The Bloomington Project School (BPS) is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Located in downtown Bloomington, Indiana, the school is founded on a project-based learning (PBL) philosophy, which prioritizes hands-on, inquiry-driven experiences over traditional rote memorization. By focusing on real-world problems and community-integrated projects, BPS aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and a deep sense of social responsibility among its diverse student population.

The school is deeply committed to the principles of social justice and holistic child development. Beyond its academic curriculum, BPS emphasizes the social-emotional growth of its students, encouraging them to view themselves as active, empowered citizens within their community. With its unique architectural space and a culture that values innovation and individual expression, the school provides an unconventional learning environment designed to engage students who may thrive outside of a traditional, standardized educational setting.

For more information, contact The Bloomington Project School at (812) 558-0041 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.