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Indiana Connections Academy, a tuition-free full-time online public virtual school serving students statewide in grades K-12, was recently recognized among the top charter schools in Indiana in recent statewide rankings published by U.S. News & World Report. The public virtual school ranked 18 among U.S. News’ best Indiana charter schools for 2026.
“Being included among the top-ranked charter schools in Indiana is an honor for our community,” said Kelly Simone, executive director of Indiana Connections Academy. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our teachers, the passion of our support staff and the determination of our students and families. Online learning is a powerful option and we are proud that our program is delivering results.”
Indiana Connections Academy provides a high-quality educational experience that keeps students motivated and engaged with a strong circle of support and a deep sense of belonging. The school’s team of supportive and experienced educators, specially trained in online instruction, establish meaningful connections with students helping them achieve their full potential and reach their goals. Parents and caregivers are involved in the learning journey as their child’s learning coach, serving as their mentor and guide throughout the school day.
According to the 2025 Parent Satisfaction Survey, an annual third-party survey that allows families to review their experience with the school, found:
- 98 percent of parents say their child is satisfied learning at Indiana Connection Academy
- 97 percent of parents agree the Indiana Connections Academy program gives them greater opportunity to be more involved with their child’s education
- 96 percent of parents feel their children are making progress on their academic goals with Indiana Connections Academy
- 95 percent of parents agree that the Indiana Connections Academy teachers improve the learning experience
For middle and high school students, Indiana Connections Academy’s expanded College and Early Career Readiness program integrates traditional academic subjects with industry-leading, career-focused options like IT, business, health sciences and marketing. This program will equip students with durable skills like leadership, critical thinking and teamwork. Students can participate in career exploration and industry networking opportunities to build confidence, make connections and find direction to prepare for their future.
The school also offers a variety of activities throughout the year for all students to help build community and foster relationships, including numerous in-person and virtual field trips, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, student government and in-person prom and graduation ceremonies. In addition to core classes in math, science, language arts and social studies, students can choose from various electives, honors courses and dual credit opportunities. The schools also offer a broad assortment of online clubs, ranging from robotics and gaming to poetry and art.
Families interested in Indiana Connections Academy are encouraged to attend an online information session to learn more, ask questions and discover if virtual school is the right fit for their student. For more information or to begin the enrollment process, visit IndianaConnectionsAcademy.com or call 1-833-591-0251.
Survey Methodology
Connections Academy conducts the annual Parent Satisfaction Survey to find out how parents, guardians, and Learning Coaches grade the program in several key areas. The 2024-2025 School Year survey was conducted from Jan. 15 to Feb. 26, 2025, by Shapiro + Raj, an independent market research company that created the questionnaire, collected the data and tabulated the results. Parents and caretakers of all students enrolled at the time of the survey were invited to complete the survey online.