Building Blocks Academy in Indianapolis, IN offers co–ed education for grades PK through 5 in a city neighborhood setting.
The school enrolls 133 students, all of whom represent students of color, reflecting its diverse student body.
With a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, the academy employs 10 teachers to serve its elementary–level students.
Building Blocks Academy has a Christian orientation with other religious affiliation and is located in the Mapleton Fall Creek neighborhood.
This Indianapolis PK–5 private school ranks among the top 20% in the state for diversity based on its student composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Building Blocks Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Dream more, learn more, and become more.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Building Blocks Academy?
The application deadline for Building Blocks Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Building Blocks Academy located?
Building Blocks Academy is located in the Mapleton Fall Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other private schools located in Mapleton Fall Creek.
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The nearest high school to Building Blocks Academy is Indianapolis Training Inst (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Richard's Episcopal School (0.4 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 8/31/2024
Building Blocks Academy is an enriching and loving educational environment. The curriculum challenges each student to work within and beyond their potential. Building Blocks supports a well-needed foundation within the lives of little ones and our community. The faculty and administration of BBA take their role as educators immensely important. They value the impact and influence they have on the lives of each child they serve and work tirelessly to ensure that the scholars of BBA enter the world, prepared for SUCCESS!!!
5 1/25/2018
If I had 50 children, each one would go through this school for proper education and leadership skills.
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