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Every Panther, Every Day – Connected | Challenged | Celebrated

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Welcome to the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis, Indiana and Marion County. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. The district has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last 60 years and offers a comprehensive educational curriculum with special activities and programs geared to provide enrichment, exploration, and instructional support for students. It also provides excellent opportunities for students to participate in outstanding performing arts, fine arts, academic teams, publications, athletics, and other student activities.

Please see our 2024 Points of Pride below.

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MSDWT By The Numbers

2,352,168 Square Feet of Facilities 6 Support Facilities (Central Office, Transportation, Police Department, Maintenance/Warehouse, WT Services Center, Tennis Center) Over 1,600 employees (40% on contract hold a Master’s Degree or Higher)

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15 Schools:

1 Early Learning Center 8 Elementary Schools 3 Middle Schools 1 High School 1 Career Center 1 Alternative School

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11,216 students

4,871 Elementary School 2,641 Middle School 3,704 High School

Student Services At-A-Glance

 A young student raises their hand in a classroom, eager to participate.

  • Dual language immersion classes offered at one elementary school (K)
  • Special services inclusive of: Special Education, English as a New Language (ENL), and High Ability Services
  • Each building has the support of a social worker and mental health provider to address the social and emotional needs of all students
  • The J. Everett Light Career Center serves 1,730 students and offers 25 career related programs
  • Alternative programs are available at True North Academy and Opportunity/Transition School for middle and high school students
  • The North Central Learning Center is available to ALL students throughout the school year, which provides tutoring and small group instruction
  • Every student has access to a technology device to enhance their learning experience
  • After school enrichment activities are abundant to students throughout the district

Mission & Vision

Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow’s leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.

Our Vision: 

Every Panther, Every Day - Connected, Challenged, and Celebrated!