Herron Preparatory Academy opened its doors for students Fall 2021. HPA support students in kindergarten through 2nd grade with plans to grow to offer all grades through 8th grade. Herron Preparatory Academy joins the award-winning Herron High School and Riverside High School. Herron Classical Schools is a tuition-free, intentionally diverse, public charter school network located in downtown Indianapolis. All schools within the ICS network are founded on the belief that a classical, liberal arts education is the best preparation for a future life of leadership and service.

Herron Preparatory Academy is diverse-by-design and celebrates diversity among its students in many forms. We strive to maintain a safe environment where students are free to be themselves. Our diverse student populations promotes friendships among students from different backgrounds and uniquely prepares students for success in a global society.

Our intentional diversity has created a unique environment that allows students to thrive as scholars and as individuals.