PERRY MERIDIAN 6TH GRADE ACADEMY

Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Perry Township Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 646 students. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy 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.

Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy, located in Indianapolis, is a specialized educational facility within the Perry Township Schools district. Designed exclusively for sixth-grade students, the academy serves as a transitional bridge between elementary school and the middle school environment. By focusing entirely on this single grade level, the school creates a concentrated academic and social setting that helps students navigate the unique challenges of early adolescence, foster new peer relationships, and prepare for the increased departmentalization they will encounter in 7th and 8th grade.

The school emphasizes a collaborative culture and a curriculum aligned with Indiana state standards, aimed at building strong foundational skills in core subjects like mathematics, literacy, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy encourages student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities and support systems designed to nurture both academic growth and character development. The facility’s dedicated focus on the 6th-grade experience allows staff to provide targeted attention to the specific developmental needs of their students as they begin their secondary education journey.

For more information, contact Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy at (317) 789-1300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.