About Hope Academy
Hope Academy is a tuition-free, public charter high school that provides a safe, sober and challenging academic experience for Indy-area teens. As a Simon Youth Academy and IPS Innovation school, Hope Academy offers its students a truly unique and individualized high school experience.
We are centrally located just minutes from downtown near the campus of the University of Indianapolis with convenient access via Indy Go’s Red Line.
Check out our virtual tour, and if you’re interested in learning more you can register for an appointment here.
Hope Academy by the Numbers
Total Students Served
Different School Districts
Current Students
Average Class Size
Did You Know?
94% of Hope Academy graduates go on to post-secondary education
We are 1 of 7 schools nationally accredited b the Association of Recovery High Schools
On average, students earn 7 credits per semester
Students with 200 days of sobriety average a 40% increase in their GPA
Hope Highlights
Stay in the know about happenings at Hope Academy by reading our latest blog posts. Here you can learn more about our upcoming events, news and the special people who bring Hope Academy’s mission to life each day.
Meet Hope Academy’s Newest Peer Recovery Specialist, Ellen Russell
Ellen Russell is our newest peer recovery specialist. She is also a Hope Academy
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2023
Meet Our School Nurse, Justin Cain
Testimonials
“Knowing that our daughter was in a safe
and sober place was extremely comforting.”
David Meier
former Hope Academy Parent
“I love working at Hope Academy because of the community here.”
Christina Steigerwalt
Science Teacher Hope Academy
“Hope Academy has given me a second chance and a new outlook on life.”
Andrew
Hope Academy Student
“Hope Academy is a safe haven. I don’t know where I’d be without Hope.”
Kailey Nickels
Hope Academy Alumna and Administrative Assistant