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.
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 a safe socially distanced 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.
Hope Academy and Simon Youth Foundation Announce Partnership
Indianapolis recovery high school joins network of Simon Youth Academies
INDIANAPOLIS – Hope Academy, Indiana’s only recovery high school, is joining forces with
Meet the Incoming Hope Academy Board Chair, Colleen Kenney
Recovery Coaches...Our Secret Sauce
Coaches. They teach, they course correct, they encourage, and they motivate. But best of all, coaches love what they do. They help people
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
Upcoming Events
Indianapolis, IN 46227 United States
Parent Night
Parents of Hope Academy students will meet with the staff to learn about school expectations. Pizza will be served.
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