Indianapolis Public Schools

District Overview
Headquartered at 120 E Walnut St in Indianapolis, Indiana (46204), Indianapolis Public Schools is a fully operational, traditional public school district located in a large city setting within the broader Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metropolitan area. As the central educational provider for the region, the district oversees 50 operational schools tailored to support students across every stage of their academic journey. Its academic programming spans a complete grade continuum—offering comprehensive instruction from pre-kindergarten and kindergarten through the 12th grade, as well as specialized ungraded offerings—ensuring accessible educational pathways for families throughout the urban core.

Serving a diverse student body of 21,055 enrolled learners, Indianapolis Public Schools maintains a robust human resources infrastructure to support its sprawling educational footprint. The district employs approximately 5,863 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members, ensuring operational efficiency and holistic student care. At the heart of classroom instruction are nearly 3,432 FTE teachers, supported by roughly 300 FTE instructional aides who provide targeted academic support. In addition, a network of over 2,130 FTE support staff members manages administrative, operational, and student welfare services, creating a well-rounded educational environment designed to prepare students for college, career, and beyond.
50
Total Schools
21,055
Total Students
3,432.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Indianapolis Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White3,790
Hispanic7,801
Black8,017
Asian194
Two or More1,216
American Indian28
Pacific Islander9
  • Black
    8,017 (38.1%)
  • Hispanic
    7,801 (37.1%)
  • White
    3,790 (18.0%)
  • Two or More
    1,216 (5.8%)
  • Asian
    194 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    28 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    9 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Indianapolis Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary40
Middle8
High6
Other6
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:50
Students:21,055*
Teachers (FTE):3,432.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Indianapolis Public Schools
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