Ben Davis High School

What Ben Davis High School does

Ben Davis High School is a public secondary school operating in Indianapolis, Indiana, as part of the Metropolitan School District (MSD) of Wayne Township. Founded in 1892 and recognized as the first consolidated high school in Indiana (1922) and the largest township high school in the United States (since 1950), it serves students in grades 10-12 with enrollment managed through the district's Skyward student information system and Centralized Enrollment Center. Academics are delivered via a Canvas LMS accessed through the ClassLink-powered Wayne Learning Hub, with supplemental platforms including Xello for career planning, ParentSquare for communication, SchoolPay for fee collection, and Caredox (SchoolCare) for health records. The academic portfolio spans AP courses, Honors classes, AVID college readiness, Ivy Tech dual-credit early admission, and the Achieve Virtual Academy for online learners.

The school's program surface extends well beyond core academics. The co-located Area 31 Career Center provides nationally recognized career and technical education pathways spanning healthcare, welding, and additional trades. Arts and media programming includes BDTV (a student-led broadcasting facility whose alumni are placed in news, film, and corporate media), WBDG student radio with archival podcast output via Audioboom, the Spotlight and Keyhole student publications, and the 100+ year-old Marching Giants band program. Athletics are organized around 22 competitive sports; documented achievement includes 2 national championships (1991 boys football, 2009 girls basketball), 31 state championships, and IHSAA state titles in boys basketball and football in 2023. Co-curricular operations are supported by FinalForms for athletic paperwork, Here Comes the Bus for transportation tracking, and a YMCA partnership for before- and after-school care.

The institution does not operate on a commercial revenue model. Funding flows from state appropriations, local property taxes, and federal education grants through MSD of Wayne Township, with no tuition charged. Auxiliary revenue is immaterial and itemized in the source data: Athletic Booster Club allocations of approximately $5,000 to awards, $5,000 to the All Sports Banquet, and $10,000 to training supplies; summer athletic camps priced from free to $50; yard signs at $20 each; and spirit shop transactions processed through SchoolPay. Customer segments center on three cohorts: high school students in grades 10-12 (primary), their families and parents (primary), and broader community members engaged through partnerships and facility usage. Supporting organizations — the Ben Davis Athletic Booster Club, Ben Davis Dads, and the Wayne Township Education Foundation — provide volunteer, fundraising, and scholarship infrastructure around the school.

Name

Ben Davis High School

Legal name

Ben Davis High School

Website

https://bdhs.wayne.k12.in.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Ben Davis High School is a public secondary school in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving grades 10-12 within the MSD of Wayne Township district, offering AP/Honors academics, CTE pathways through the co-located Area 31 Career Center, media programs (BDTV, WBDG), and 22 competitive athletics programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• High school academics
• Career technical education
• College preparation programs
• Student athletics programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: As a public high school within MSD of Wayne Township, the school is funded through a combination of state funding, local property taxes, and federal education grants. This is not a traditional revenue-generating entity but rather a publicly funded educational institution.
2. Athletic Booster Club Fundraising: The non-profit Athletic Booster Club supports over 1,000 student athletes. Proceeds provide Athletic Awards ($5,000), All Sports Banquet ($5,000), and Training Supplies ($10,000).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ben Davis High School is a public secondary educational institution serving students in grades 10-12 within the MSD of Wayne Township school district in Indianapolis, Indiana. The school delivers comprehensive high school education including rigorous academic coursework (AP, Honors, dual credit via Ivy Tech), career and technical education through the nationally recognized Area 31 Career Center, an extensive athletics program spanning 22 sports, performing arts programs including the Marching Giants, BDTV broadcasting, and WBDG radio, plus comprehensive student support services including counseling, special services, and college admissions coordination.

Product overview

Ben Davis High School is a public secondary institution serving Grades 10-12 with a comprehensive educational ecosystem. The school offers a unified portfolio combining rigorous academics (AP courses, Honors Classes), career and technical education (Area 31 Career Center, Ivy Tech Early Admission), and extensive extracurricular programs (athletics, arts, media). Core academic platforms include Canvas LMS, Skyward student information system, Xello for career planning, and the Wayne Learning Hub for single sign-on access. The school features specialized media programs (BDTV broadcasting, WBDG radio, student publications), award-winning performing arts (Ben Davis Marching Giants), and 22 competitive athletics programs. Support services include AVID college readiness, Achieve Virtual Academy for online learning, tutoring, and Ben Davis Extended Day programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Secondary Education Program (Grades 10-12) Comprehensive public high school education for students in grades 10-12, aligned with Indiana Academic Standards, offering personalized support and college preparation.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses Rigorous college-level coursework allowing students to earn college credits while in high school.
• Honors Classes Accelerated academic courses designed for students seeking advanced curriculum and higher academic expectations.
• Ivy Tech Early Admission Dual credit program allowing students to earn college credits while in high school through a partnership with Ivy Tech Community College.
• AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) College readiness program providing academic support, organizational skills, and preparation for higher education.
• Achieve Virtual Academy Virtual learning option providing online courses for students seeking flexible or remote learning alternatives.
• Area 31 Career Center Nationally recognized career and technical education center located on the Ben Davis campus offering pathways in healthcare, welding, and other trades leading to career success.
• Athletics Programs 22 competitive sports programs across fall, winter, and spring seasons, including boys and girls basketball, football, cross country, soccer, tennis, track and field, swimming, wrestling, bowling, volleyball, baseball, softball, golf, cheerleading, and unified sports.
• Summer Athletic Camps Youth athletic camps offered during summer for various sports including cheerleading, basketball, volleyball, soccer, football, softball, and general weight training. Camps range from free to $50 depending on the program.
• Ben Davis Marching Giants Over 100-year-old marching band program, one of Indiana's largest, competing at state level (ISSMA) and nationally (Bands of America).
• BDTV Broadcasting Student-led broadcasting facility providing hands-on media experience, with alumni working in news stations, film production, and corporate media globally.
• WBDG Student Radio Student radio station teaching audio storytelling and broadcasting skills, with podcasts and show archives available through Audioboom.
• Student Publications (Spotlight and Keyhole) Student-led journalism and publishing programs for creative expression and journalistic experience.
• Ben Davis Extended Day Extended learning time program offering additional academic support and enrichment opportunities beyond regular school hours.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rank in top 10 in the state, often nationally
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supportive.

• Area 31 Career CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated on the campus of Ben Davis High School, Area 31 Career Center provides nationally recognized career and technical education programs. From healthcare to welding, the center offers pathways that lead to success, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in their chosen fields before graduation.
• Wayne Township Education FoundationsupportiveOthersThe Wayne Township Education Foundation supports educational initiatives and student success across the district through fundraising, grants, and community support programs.
• Ben Davis DadssupportiveOthersA parent engagement organization dedicated to supporting Ben Davis students through volunteer activities, college scholarships, teacher grants, and community events.
• Ben Davis Athletic Booster ClubcoreOthersA non-profit organization of alumni, friends, and parents dedicated to supporting over 1,000 student athletes in 22 sports. Proceeds fund Athletic Awards ($5,000), All Sports Banquet ($5,000), and Training Supplies ($10,000).
• YMCAsupportiveStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with YMCA for Before and After School programs offered at various sites throughout the District, providing safe and enriching child care options for working families.
• IHSAA (Indiana High School Athletic Association)coreOthersBen Davis High School is a member of the IHSAA, which governs all athletic competitions, tournaments, and championships for the school's 22 sports programs.
• MIC (Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference)coreOthersBen Davis is a member of the MIC conference, established in 1996. Other members include Carmel, Center Grove, Lawrence Central, Lawrence North, North Central, Pike, and Warren Central. The conference provides regional athletic competition and championship opportunities.
• Local Businesses and OrganizationssupportiveOthersThe school works alongside local organizations and businesses to provide students with unique learning opportunities and community engagement experiences, including internships and service projects.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Carmel High School: One of Indiana's largest and highest-performing public high schools, MIC conference member. Comparable in academic rigor, AP/dual credit offerings, athletics, and 1:1 technology programs.
• Warren Central High School: MSD of Warren Township's flagship high school and fellow MIC conference member. Directly comparable as a large Indianapolis-area public high school competing in the same athletic conference and serving similar student demographics.
• Ben Davis University High School: Sister school within MSD of Wayne Township serving the same district. Most direct geographic and operational peer, sharing the same district administration and some facilities.
• Pike High School: MSD of Pike Township high school sharing the same Indianapolis metropolitan area and MIC athletic conference with Ben Davis. Comparable public high school serving a similar Indiana student population with comparable athletics and academic offerings.
• Lawrence Central High School: Lawrence Township high school and MIC conference peer. Comparable Indianapolis-area public high school with overlapping athletic conference competition and similar student demographics.
• Lawrence North High School: Lawrence Township's second high school and MIC conference member. Comparable Indianapolis-area public high school competing in the same conference athletic championships.
• Center Grove High School: MIC conference peer and large Indiana public high school. Comparable in athletics scale, academic programming, and Indianapolis-area competition for students and recognition.
• North Central High School: Indianapolis public high school and MIC conference member. Comparable in scale and academic/athletic program breadth, competing head-to-head with Ben Davis across IHSAA championships.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/BenDavisHS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ben-davis-high-school

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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