Indiana School Calendars

283 school districts

Indiana has 233 school districts across 223 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 180 instructional days per year.

Academic Calendar Overview

Indiana school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from July 30, 2025 through June 27, 2026. With 233 districts across 223 cities and communities, Indiana families have a wide range of schedules to navigate depending on where they live. Understanding when school starts, when breaks fall, and how many instructional days your child will have helps parents plan vacations, childcare, and family activities around the academic year. With an average of 180 instructional days required per year, Indiana school districts must carefully balance state mandates with local scheduling needs, including teacher planning days, professional development, and weather makeup days.

When Does School Start?

The earliest Indiana districts begin classes on July 30, 2025, while others do not start until September 4, 2025 — a spread of 36 days that reflects the diverse local priorities and climate conditions across the state. Districts that start earlier in the summer tend to align breaks with local events or agricultural cycles, while later-starting districts may preserve more of the traditional summer for families. This variation means a family moving from one Indiana district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across Indiana, districts average 180 instructional days — a figure set by state education mandates but often exceeded by individual districts that build in additional learning time.

Break Schedules

For the 2025-26 academic year, the most common spring break window in Indiana runs from March 23, 2026 through March 27, 2026, a schedule shared by 68 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all Indiana districts follow the same dates — some districts schedule spring break a week earlier or later based on local traditions or the academic calendar layout. Winter break — the longest scheduled recess of the school year — most commonly begins December 22, 2025 and runs through January 2, 2026 for 133 Indiana districts. This multi-week window is a critical planning period for families booking holiday travel, managing childcare during the break, and coordinating with extended family schedules.

Data Sources & Accuracy

Major Indiana communities including Speedway, Wabash, Shelbyville, and Noblesville are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official Indiana school district websites, PDF calendars, and district-published iCal feeds. The data is refreshed regularly to reflect mid-year amendments, snow day adjustments, and any changes announced by districts after the start of the school year. While we work to keep information current, parents should always verify critical dates — such as the first day of school, standardized testing windows, and graduation ceremonies — against their district's official website or the district office directly. Use the district links below to navigate to your specific school calendar page, where you can view the full schedule and download an iCal file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.

First Day of School
Jul 30Sep 4
Last Day of School
May 4Jun 27
Most Common Spring Break
Mar 23Mar 27
68 districts
Most Common Winter Break
Dec 22Jan 2
133 districts

Top Cities by District Count

Speedway(3)Wabash(2)Shelbyville(2)Noblesville(2)Mishawaka(2)Lebanon(2)Lake Station(2)Lafayette(2)Greensburg(2)Frankfort(2)

Compare School Calendars

Showing districts with available 2025-26 calendar data. Data updates daily.

DistrictFirst DayLast DaySpring BreakWinter Break
Adams Central Community SchoolsAug 12May 25Mar 19Dec 21
Alexandria Community School CorporationAug 4May 21Mar 19Dec 21
Anderson Community School CorporationAug 5Jun 4Mar 15Dec 21
Argos Community SchoolsAug 12May 27Mar 19Dec 21
Attica Consolidated School CorporationAug 4May 27Mar 15Dec 21
Avon Community School CorporationAug 5May 28Mar 29Dec 21
Barr-Reeve Community School CorporationAug 5May 20Mar 22Dec 21
Bartholomew County School CorporationAug 5May 19Mar 15Dec 21
Baugo Community SchoolsAug 13May 21Apr 5Dec 21
Beech Grove City SchoolsJul 29May 27Mar 15Dec 21
Benton Community School CorporationAug 6May 25Mar 22Dec 21
Blackford County SchoolsAug 5May 25Mar 19Dec 21
Bloomfield School DistrictSep 8Jun 24Apr 22Dec 24
Blue River Valley SchoolsAug 12May 27Mar 29Dec 21
Bluffton-Harrison Metropolitan School DistrictAug 12May 25Mar 19Dec 24
Boone Township Metropolitan School DistrictAug 12May 26Mar 22Dec 21
Bremen Public SchoolsAug 12May 26Apr 2Dec 19
Brown County County School CorporationAug 5May 25Mar 15Dec 21
Brownsburg Community School CorporationAug 3May 27Mar 29Dec 21
Brownstown Central Community School CorporationAug 11May 28Mar 15Dec 21

A6 districts

B14 districts

C22 districts

D9 districts

E15 districts

F11 districts

G9 districts

H8 districts

I1 district

J3 districts

K3 districts

L15 districts

M23 districts

N31 districts

O2 districts

P13 districts

R10 districts

S43 districts

Salem Community Schools

Canton

School District Not Defined

Buck Creek

Scott County School District 1

Austin

Scott County School District 2

Scottsburg

Seymour Community Schools

Cortland

Shakamak Schools Metropolitan School District

Jasonville

Shelby Eastern Schools

Shelbyville

Shelbyville Central Schools

Shelbyville

Shenandoah School Corporation

Cadiz

Sheridan Community Schools

Sheridan

Shoals Community School Corporation

Dover Hill

Silver Creek School Corporation

Sellersburg

Smith-Green Community Schools

Churubusco

South Adams Schools

Berne

South Bend Community School Corporation

Ardmore

South Central Community School Corporation

Hanna

South Dearborn Community School Corporation

Dillsboro

South Gibson School Corporation

Johnson

South Harrison Community Schools

Laconia

South Henry School Corporation

Lewisville

South Knox School Corporation

Decker

South Madison Community School Corporation

Pendleton

South Montgomery Community School Corporation

New Market

South Newton School Corporation

Kentland

South Putnam Community Schools

Putnamville

South Ripley Community School Corporation

Versailles

South Spencer County School Corporation

Reo

South Vermillion Community School Corporation

Fairview Park

Southeast Dubois County School Corporation

St. Anthony

Southeast Fountain School Corporation

Hillsboro

Southern Hancock County Community School CorporationSouthern Wells Community Schools

Poneto

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District

Zanesville

Southwest Dubois County School Corporation

Huntingburg

Southwest Parke Community School Corporation

Rockville

Southwest School Corporation

New Lebanon

Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools

Kent

Southwestern Shelby County Consolidated Schools

Marietta

Speedway School Town

Speedway

Spencer-Owen Community Schools

Spencer

Springs Valley Community School Corporation

French Lick

Steuben County Metropolitan School District

Pleasant Lake

Switzerland County School Corporation

East Enterprise

T11 districts

U4 districts

V3 districts

W25 districts

Y1 district

Z1 district

Frequently Asked Questions

When does school start in Indiana?

For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in Indiana ranges from July 30, 2025 to September 4, 2025, depending on the district. Check individual district calendars below for exact dates.

When is the last day of school in Indiana?

The last day of school in Indiana for 2025-26 ranges from May 4, 2026 to June 27, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.

When is spring break in Indiana?

The most common spring break dates in Indiana for 2025-26 are March 23, 2026 to March 27, 2026, shared by 68 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.

How many school districts are in Indiana?

We have calendar data for 233 school districts in Indiana, spanning 223 cities. The average school year includes 180 instructional days.