Irvington Community School

This school was supposed to offer a better alternative to local schools, but has financially struggled with poor management in recent years and only managed to be mediocre. What started well has slowly turned into a smoke and mirrors act.

A 720 student public charter school, grades K-12 High academic standards. AP courses in high school mandatory. Student to teacher ratio16:1. Lottery held in March of each year.
--Submitted by a parent

This School Has Very High Expactations And Expects Nothing But The BEst From Each And Every Student...I Myself Enjoy This School, Even Though It's Hard To Make Friends, I Would Highly Suggest This School To Parents.

This will be my daughters 5th year at ICS. We love it. She is advanced and they push her. There isn't much "picking on" going on. She is on the same learning level as her friends that go to private schools. The only real issue I've had with the school is they don't give you information in a timely manner. they wait til a few days before to tell you what going on. Besides that it's a wonderful school and she won't go any where else until college.
--Submitted by a parent

Granted, my daughter is only in the Kindergarten there I think they (the staff) work hard to teach her things that she will be able to use in her life. I am anxious to see her grow and I am so proud she is a student of ICS!!
--Submitted by a parent

This is the best charter school in Indianapolis period! It is also one of the best schools in the entire city. If you are not fortunate enough to live in an area with good schools, this is your only real option!!! My children started when the school was brand new, and we have moved several times. We now live out of state, but if we ever returned to Indy, ICS would be my only school choice!!!
--Submitted by a parent

My name is Sierra and I've been enrolled in this school for 5 years. I am currently in the 8th grade, I would recommend send your children to this school because it is very small. And small isn't always a bad thing, I have grown up with the kids from this school and they are pretty much like my family. Everybody knows everybody and it is exceptionally quiet during class. I plan to even go to the High school (IPA) next year. The President of the school is very friendly and would be glad to answer any questions you may have.
--Submitted by a student

I love this school, great staff and great teachers. They have excellent parent involvement at this school. Parents are always aware of their child's education, behavior and overall progress. I am definitely recommending this school to other parents seeking another school for their children. 5 Stars
--Submitted by a parent

No one can agree with everything 100% of the time. This is a great school. I have 3 children enrolled and we have been there for 4 years now. They are very strict, but that is one of the things that I appreciate and like about this school. Every school has problems. It is still a great school!! awoolen
--Submitted by Anne, a parent

After experiencing a lot of problems at an area parochial school, it is not only refreshing but very encouraging to finally find a school that actually puts the students best interest first.. The quality of education is superior to any other school I know of in the Indianapolis area. My 6th grade son is happier than he's ever been and looks forward to going to school each day. Kudos to the staff and administrators of a well rounded educational institution. I am looking forward to his finishing his education through high school at Irvington Community Schools.
--Submitted by a parent