Located on the east side of Indianapolis, Burge Terrace Christian School offers K3-6th grade.
The curriculum is biblically-based and of excellent quality. Class sizes range from ten to twenty-five. Students are offered a full-range of subjects in addition to music, drama, PE, taekwondo.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Burge Terrace Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, skirts, polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Students in K3 and K4 have 3-day, 4-day and 5-day options along with half days. Students in K5 have a full-day and half-day option. Tuition varies with these options.
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
2. 4-6 Grade Choir, 3. Spring musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
1. Mileage Club, 4. Taekwondo
2. 4-6 Grade Choir, 3. Spring musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
1. Mileage Club, 4. Taekwondo
School Notes
- Burge Terrace Christian School is a vibrant, growing elementary school on the east side of Indianapolis. We have a diverse student body that is taught from a biblical worldview. We currently have two kiindergarten classes and one class for all other grades. We seek to develop many aspects of a child's education including music, drama, physical education and taekwondo. Cursive writing is introduced in second grade.Every student has a chromebook for various ed tech programs that enhance the classroom instruction.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Burge Terrace Christian School cost?
Burge Terrace Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What is Burge Terrace Christian School's ranking?
Burge Terrace Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Burge Terrace Christian School?
The application deadline for Burge Terrace Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Burge Terrace Christian School located?
Burge Terrace Christian School is located in the Southeast Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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