PHALEN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - IN INC

Phalen Leadership Academy - IN Inc is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Phalen Leadership Academy - IN Inc school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 276 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 18 teachers, Phalen Leadership Academy - IN Inc has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is a network of tuition-free, public charter schools that operates with a mission to improve academic outcomes for students in underserved communities. The Indianapolis location on Baker Drive, like other schools in the network, is grounded in the "PLA Way," a pedagogical approach that emphasizes high academic standards, rigorous instruction, and a culture of high expectations. The school focuses on closing the achievement gap by prioritizing core subjects, data-driven instruction, and the development of strong character traits among its student body.

Beyond academics, the school places a heavy emphasis on community involvement and holistic student support. PLA is known for integrating leadership development into the daily curriculum, aiming to equip students not only with the skills necessary for college and career readiness but also with the social-emotional tools to become leaders in their own neighborhoods. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering partnerships with families, the school strives to create a supportive, structured environment tailored to the unique needs of its students in the Far Eastside of Indianapolis.

For more information, contact Phalen Leadership Academy - IN Inc at (317) 333-6980 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.