Perry Township Schools

What Perry Township Schools does

Perry Township Schools is a public K-12 school district operating under Indiana state law, serving approximately 15,757 students across 24 schools and programs in Perry Township, Marion County, Indianapolis. The portfolio spans Early Childhood Academy preschool, four Kindergarten Academies, eleven elementary schools, two 6th Grade Academies, two middle schools, and two comprehensive high schools (Perry Meridian and Southport), plus alternative placements such as the RISE Learning Center and Compass Education Center. The student body is highly diverse, drawn from 84 countries and speaking 88 languages, with 50% of students bilingual and a 93% graduation rate.

The district runs on an integrated SaaS-based operating stack rather than proprietary technology: Skyward for student information, Canvas for learning management, Google Workspace for staff productivity, ParentSquare for parent communication, VersaTrans for GPS bus tracking, SafeVisitor and Vector Solutions for safety and compliance, MenuLogic for nutrition services, and Spark Hire and Applitrack for hiring. A district Police Department with K-9 units and a nursing service staffed by Community Health Network provide campus safety and health coverage. New investment in programming is centered on the Fall 2026 launch of an Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program at the University of Indianapolis, co-developed with CIESC, extending curriculum into hands-on entrepreneurship, design, and technology.

The business model is non-commercial: Perry Township Schools is a government entity funded primarily by local property taxes within district boundaries, supplemented by Indiana per-pupil state aid, federal Title I / IDEA / ESSER grants, and federal Community Eligibility Provision meal reimbursements. Services are delivered free at the point of use to district residents, with no tuition. Child Nutrition operates internal catering and paid adult meals as ancillary revenue. Strategic partnerships (Kelly Education for substitute staffing, NIET for educator development, Project Lead the Way for STEM curriculum, Community Health Network for nursing, University of Indianapolis for the new innovation program) extend operational capacity without altering the public-funding model.

Name

Perry Township Schools

Legal name

Perry Township Schools

Website

https://perryschools.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

1894

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Perry Township Schools is a public K-12 district in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving approximately 15,757 students across 24 schools from preschool through high school, funded by local property taxes, state aid, and federal grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA), Alternative Schools (Behavioral/Disciplinary & Nontraditional Settings) (EDAJAEAC)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• School district services
• Special education programs
• Child nutrition services
• English learner programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Revenue: Primary funding source from local property taxes assessed within Perry Township boundaries
2. State Education Funding: Per-pupil state funding and categorical state grants for specific programs
3. Federal Grants: Federal funding including Title I, IDEA, ESSER funds for specific initiatives and COVID recovery
4. Meal Program Reimbursement: Federal and state reimbursement for student meals under Community Eligibility Provision
5. Catering Services: Internal catering for district meetings, events, and celebrations
6. Partner Funding: Partnership with NIET (National Institute for Excellence in Teaching) supporting educator advancement

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Perry Township Schools is a public K-12 school district that delivers comprehensive educational services to approximately 15,757 students across 24 schools and programs, spanning early childhood through 12th grade. The district offers a standard academic curriculum, special education, English Learners, High Ability programs, free child nutrition meals, school nursing, school police, and bus transportation, with a new Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program launching Fall 2026 at the University of Indianapolis.

Product overview

Perry Township Schools is a public school district providing comprehensive educational services across 24 schools and programs. The district operates a portfolio of educational offerings including Early Childhood Academy (preschool for ages 3-5), four Kindergarten Academies, eleven Elementary Schools, two 6th Grade Academies, two Middle Schools (7-8), two High Schools (Perry Meridian and Southport), and alternative learning programs including RISE Learning Center and Compass Education Center. The district also provides supporting services including Child Nutrition (Cafe Express) with free meals under Community Eligibility Provision, School Nursing Services in partnership with Community Health Network, Special Education Programs, English Learners Program, and High Ability (IDEA) Program. Technology platforms include Skyward (student information system), Canvas LMS, SafeVisitor (background checks), Vector Solutions (safety training), and GPS bus tracking through VersaTrans. A new Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program is launching Fall 2026 at the University of Indianapolis. The district's core value proposition is providing diverse, multicultural educational opportunities that grow students academically, socially, and behaviorally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Childhood Academy (The Nest)
• Kindergarten Academies Four specialized kindergarten academies (Douglas MacArthur, Homecroft, Jeremiah Gray, Rosa Parks) designed for the youngest learners in safe, welcoming environments, with active CACFP federal food program participation.
• Elementary Schools (K-5) Eleven elementary schools (Abraham Lincoln, Clinton Young, Douglas MacArthur, Glenns Valley, Henry Burkhart, Homecroft, Jeremiah Gray, Mary Bryan, Rosa Parks, Southport, Winchester Village) serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade with core academic programs and Project Lead the Way STEM curriculum.
• 6th Grade Academies Two 6th grade academies (Perry Meridian and Southport) providing transitional middle school environments for incoming middle schoolers.
• Middle Schools (7-8) Two middle schools (Perry Meridian Middle School and Southport Middle School) serving grades 7-8.
• High Schools (9-12) Two high schools (Perry Meridian High School and Southport High School) providing comprehensive high school education with AP courses and a 93% graduation rate.
• High Ability (IDEA) Program Gifted and talented program for grades K-12 featuring cluster group model at elementary level with differentiated instruction, and specialized course offerings at secondary level in English/language arts, social studies, and math.
• English Learners (EL) Program Advocacy program for language minority students, fostering English language acquisition for full transition into academic programs and school community participation.
• Child Nutrition Services (Cafe Express) Nutrition program providing free breakfast and lunch to all K-12 students under the Community Eligibility Provision, meeting USDA Dietary Guidelines, with adult and guest meal fees, extra milk pricing, and catering services for district events.
• School Nursing Services Health services staffed by Community Health Network nurses providing screenings, first aid, health education, chronic disease management, and emergency care at no charge to families across all district schools.
• Special Education Programs Comprehensive special education services supporting students with disabilities through continuum of services from inclusion to special class placement, including autism, cognitive disabilities, emotional disabilities, and related services such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy.
• RISE Learning Center Alternative learning center at 5391 Shelby Street providing placement options for students requiring specialized educational approaches.
• Catering Services Nutrition services team providing catering solutions for district meetings, events, and celebrations with customizable menus.
• School Police Department Full-time and part-time police officers plus K-9 units providing campus security, patrol, and emergency response services across all district schools.
• Project Lead the Way STEM Program Innovative educational program facilitating real-world STEM learning experiences that empower students to succeed in college, careers, and beyond, offered at every school in the district.
• Transportation Services Bus transportation with GPS tracking via VersaTrans for student transport to and from schools across the district.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% graduation rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• University of IndianapolismajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2026Launching Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program at UIndy in Fall 2026, connecting students with real-world experiences in entrepreneurship, business, technology, design, and innovation through hands-on projects and community partnerships.
• Community Health NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for school nursing services where Community Health Network provides nurses to all district schools. School Nurse program provides screening, first aid, emergency care, referrals, nutrition services, health education, and immunization information at no charge to families.
• Kelly EducationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKelly Education manages substitute teacher program for district including hiring substitute teachers and paraprofessionals. Provides free pre-hire training, flexible scheduling, referral bonus program, and weekly pay for substitutes.
• NIET (National Institute for Excellence in Teaching)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProud partnership with NIET supporting educator advancement and professional development programs for teachers.
• CIESC (Cooperative Educational Services)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with CIESC to capture vision and develop the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program for district students.
• Project Lead the WaymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovative educational program facilitating real-world STEM learning experiences that empower students to succeed in college, careers, and beyond. Offered at every school in the district.
• Deeply IngrainedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Girls Camp program offering middle school girls hands-on learning experiences with building, creating, problem-solving activities during summer break.
• ApplitrackcoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline application system for external and internal job openings in the district.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Indianapolis Public Schools: The largest Marion County K-12 public school district, also serving Indianapolis families. Directly comparable peer operating under the same state funding formulas, federal compliance regime, and metropolitan labor market.
• Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township: Indianapolis-area K-12 public district with comparable scale and demographic mix. Direct competitor for student enrollment and shared operational benchmarks.
• Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township: Adjacent Marion County K-12 public district serving similar suburban Indianapolis neighborhoods. Same Indiana funding model, comparable student demographics, and overlapping labor market for teachers and staff.
• Metropolitan School District of Washington Township: Neighboring Marion County K-12 public district. Directly comparable on curriculum, state funding, governance, and competitive enrollment dynamics within Indianapolis.
• Speedway Schools: Small neighboring Marion County K-12 public district. Same state funding environment with comparable curriculum offerings at smaller scale — useful operational benchmark.
• Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township: Marion County K-12 public district serving similar southwest Indianapolis communities. Closely aligned on demographics, funding structure, and competitive positioning.
• Beech Grove City Schools: Marion County K-12 public district serving urban Indianapolis adjacent to Perry Township. Direct peer on governance, funding, and urban-suburban demographic mix.
• Franklin Township Community School Corporation: Adjacent Marion County K-12 district. Comparable public K-12 provider competing for the same regional student population and operating under identical Indiana funding rules.

Broad incumbents

• Stride, Inc. (K12 Inc.): Large online/virtual K-12 education provider offering an alternative to traditional public districts. Adjacent competitor for K-12 students and an indirect beneficiary of Indiana school-choice policy.

Emerging players

• National Heritage Academies: Charter school management organization operating multiple Indiana charter schools. Competes for the same Indianapolis K-12 student pool under publicly funded but independently operated model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/PerryTwpSchools

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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