College Wood Elementary School

College Wood Elementary School in Carmel, Indiana, teaches around 644 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. With around 36 full-time certified teachers, the school maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 18:1, allowing much better and focused instruction. The school is known for its strong academics; approx 87% of students are proficient in math and 79% in reading, placing the school among the top-performing elementary schools in the state. In 2017, College Wood Elementary earned a National Blue Ribbon award and regularly receives Indiana’s Four-Star School rating. There's a diverse student body in this school, contributing to a warm and equitable school environment. The teachers at the school are experienced and often praised for their great teaching and leadership. The school is part of the respected Carmel Clay School District, with average home prices around $455,500.

College Wood Elementary School in Carmel, Indiana, won the Second-Highest National Team Award for the 2025 National Math Pentathlon Tournament. The 59-student Math Pentathlon team did great with lots of help from PTO, volunteer coaches Julia Stanco, Debbie Jernigan, Tara Kramarz, and the community. Awards include 9 Hall of Fame awards, several Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals, and honorable mentions.