ACE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

ACE Preparatory Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the ACE Preparatory Academy school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 80 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 4 teachers, ACE Preparatory Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

ACE Preparatory Academy, located on Hillside Avenue in Indianapolis, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K–5. The school is built upon a philosophy of high expectations, character development, and rigorous academic standards, aiming to prepare its students for success in college and beyond. By focusing on a structured learning environment and fostering a strong sense of community, the academy seeks to bridge educational gaps and ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has access to a high-quality education.

The school is well-regarded for its "whole-child" approach, which balances challenging academic curricula with deliberate instruction in social-emotional skills. Teachers at ACE Prep emphasize small-group instruction and data-driven teaching methods to meet the individual needs of their students. Through its commitment to a mission of excellence and equity, the academy strives to cultivate not only academic scholars but also responsible, engaged citizens who are prepared to thrive in middle school and throughout their future educational journeys.

For more information, contact ACE Preparatory Academy at (317) 744-9847 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.