The Oaks Academy鈥揃rookside in Indianapolis, IN, is a co鈥揺d Montessori school serving 310 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through grade 5 in a city setting near Eastside.
Founded in 1998, the school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 14:1 with 22 teachers on staff.
The school reflects student diversity with approximately 45% students of color enrolled.
Annual tuition is $14,185, which is above the local average for elementary private schools in Indianapolis.
The Oaks Academy鈥揃rookside is affiliated with the Christian orientation and is a member of the Institute for Independent Education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,185
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Oaks Academy - Brookside ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1998
Student Body
Total Students
310 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,185
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Oaks Academy Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Oaks Academy - Brookside cost?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside's tuition is approximately $14,185 for private students.
What is The Oaks Academy - Brookside's ranking?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Oaks Academy - Brookside?
The application deadline for The Oaks Academy - Brookside is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Oaks Academy - Brookside located?
The Oaks Academy - Brookside is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other private schools located in Near Eastside.
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(Catholic)
30 S Downey Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-3316
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-3316
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(Catholic)
30 S Downey Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-3316
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-3316
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
30 S Downey Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-3316
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 357-3316
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
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Neighborhood Academy
(Christian)
3102 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 11 students
St. Philip Neri School
(Catholic)
545 Eastern Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 636-0134
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 636-0134
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 275 students
The Oaks Academy
(Christian)
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 969-8500
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 969-8500
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 215 students Tuition listed
Kingsley Terrace Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
2031 E 30th Street L
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 924-1996
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 924-1996
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 59 students
Little Flower Catholic School
(Catholic)
1401 N Bosart Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 353-2282
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 353-2282
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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Neighborhood Academy
(Christian)
3102 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 11 students
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students Tuition listed
Scecina Memorial High School
(Catholic)
5000 Nowland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 356-6377
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 356-6377
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 445 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
Trinity Christian School
(Church of God)
440 Saint Peter St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 631-3194
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 631-3194
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4
Indianapolis Training Inst
Alternative School (Christian)
2820 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 923-7301
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 15 students
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Location
Miles
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Neighborhood Academy
(Christian)
3102 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 11 students
St. Philip Neri School
(Catholic)
545 Eastern Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 636-0134
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 636-0134
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 275 students
The Oaks Academy
(Christian)
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 969-8500
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 969-8500
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 215 students Tuition listed
Little Flower Catholic School
(Catholic)
1401 N Bosart Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 353-2282
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 353-2282
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Philip Neri School
(Catholic)
545 Eastern Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 636-0134
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 636-0134
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 275 students
Kingsley Terrace Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
2031 E 30th Street L
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 924-1996
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 924-1996
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 59 students
Little Flower Catholic School
(Catholic)
1401 N Bosart Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 353-2282
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 353-2282
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 423-2866
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 177 students Tuition listed
Shepherd Community Academy
(Church of the Nazarene)
4107 E Washington St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 853-0567
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 853-0567
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 135 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
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Bottom 50%10
395 S Chestnut St
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2246
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2246
9105.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 S Chestnut St
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2258
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2258
9105.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 S Chestnut St
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2352
Monrovia, IN 46157
(317) 996-2352
9105.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 337 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
540 Osborne St
Pittsboro, IN 46167
(317) 994-2100
Pittsboro, IN 46167
(317) 994-2100
9106.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
(Math: 79% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
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10/
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206 N Meridian St
Pittsboro, IN 46167
(317) 994-2000
Pittsboro, IN 46167
(317) 994-2000
9106.8 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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