The Metropolitan School District of Pike Township is an award winning school district, widely regarded as an education leader for high academic standards, innovative educational programs, state-of-the-art facilities, strong parent engagement, community partnerships, exceptional students and acclaimed educators.\n\nMSD of Pike Township is diverse, with a 91% nonwhite student population, with 855 international students who represent 68 different countries and speak 81 languages. Pike Township is comprised of nine elementary schools, three middle schools, a freshman center, high school and a preparatory academy which serves middle school scholars in need of additional support in the areas of behavior and/or academics, as well as high school students who benefit from an alternative learning environment.\n\nIn a city of more than 1 million people, Pike Township is an urban residential community with a population of approximately 72,000 and an assessed value of $3.7 billion. Our district, which is located in the northwest corner of the greater Indianapolis area, is home to families with diverse social, cultural, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. Township residents enjoy close proximity to all the excitement of downtown Indianapolis.