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Sycamore School

Mission Statement: Sycamore School exists so that academically gifted children can experience the enriched, accelerated education they need to reach their potential and to lead responsible, constructive, fulfilling lives.
Sycamore is the only fully accredited, private independent school in the state of Indiana - and one of the few in the nation - with the mission to meet the needs of gifted students from preschool 3 year olds through grade 8.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Rankings

Sycamore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
398 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Sycamore School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
58%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No dress code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Half-Day Preschool: $10,500 Full-Day Preschool: $17,640
Summer Program Cost Notes
A variety of summer camp programs are offered throughout the summer.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$13,500
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Duane Emery
Admissions Associate
Kathy Hackwelder

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Olympics, Academic Quiz Bowl, Debate, Drama Club (5-8), Indiana Junior Academic Super Bowl, MathCounts (5-8), National Junior Spanish Honor Society, Science Bowl, Spell Bowl (3-5), Spelling Bee (5-8), VEX and Lego Robotics

Arts and Music Programs:
Band (5-8), Choir (5-8)

School Notes

  • Gifted learners have special intellectual, social, and emotional needs that are met at Sycamore. The educational environment is accelerated and enriched, and instruction is differentiated. The curriculum is designed to help students develop higher-level thinking skills and offers greater complexity, more depth, and a faster pace than is typical. Sycamore students learn how to learn in a challenging enrvironment of intellectual peers and are encouraged to develop the skills and character traits of creative, productive, contributing members of society. Sycamore School values its positive, enthusiastic school climate that supports and nurtures school life.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sycamore School cost?
Sycamore School's tuition is approximately $21,735 for private students.
What schools are Sycamore School often compared to?
Sycamore School is often viewed alongside schools like International School Of Indiana by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sycamore School?
The acceptance rate of Sycamore School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. Sycamore School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Indiana with low acceptance rates.
Does Sycamore School offer a summer program?
Yes, Sycamore School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Sycamore School offer?
Sycamore School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Sycamore School's ranking?
Sycamore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Sycamore School?
The application deadline for Sycamore School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Sycamore School located?
Sycamore School is located in the Crooked Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Crooked Creek.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
Sycamore School Closed
June 19, 2025 (Thursday)
Sycamore School Closed
July 04, 2025 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in Indianapolis, IN is $9,476 for elementary schools and $11,549 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indianapolis, IN is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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