Urban ACT Academy

Urban ACT Academy is an active, open independent charter school district situated at 1250 E Market Street in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana. Operating as a dedicated single-school district, the academy provides a seamless educational pathway for elementary and middle school students, serving grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. Its central urban location positions the academy as an accessible neighborhood learning hub, utilizing a focused single-site operational structure that allows administrative leadership and instructional staff to concentrate resources entirely on foundational primary and middle-grade academic development.

With a total enrollment of 298 students, Urban ACT Academy maintains an intimate educational setting characterized by balanced grade cohorts ranging between 28 and 38 students per level. This manageable scale creates a tight-knit environment where staff can deliver individualized attention and foster strong relationships with families. The student body reflects a rich cultural community, comprising 192 Black, 41 White, 36 multi-racial, and 27 Hispanic students, with a gender distribution of 157 male and 141 female learners. For parents seeking a supportive school community, students looking for a tailored learning atmosphere, and researchers examining urban charter models, Urban ACT Academy stands out as a focused single-school system committed to inclusive K–8 public education.