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#265 of 478 private schools in IN
Aquinas Catholic Community School
Elementary School
801 W 73RD AVE, Merrillville, IN 46410
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#265 of 478
In Merrillville
#2 of 2
public schools
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Aquinas Catholic Community School
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About Aquinas Catholic Community School
Aquinas Catholic Community School is a private elementary school in Merrillville, IN. Aquinas Catholic Community School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Aquinas Catholic Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Aquinas Catholic Community School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Aquinas Catholic Community School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Aquinas Catholic Community School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Merrillville, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aquinas Catholic Community School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Homer Iddings Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Pierce Middle School | 4.5 |
| Jonas E Salk Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Henry P Fieler Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Merrillville Intermediate School | 6.0 |
| Higher Institute of Arts & Tech | 6.5 |
| Edgar L Miller Elementary School | 4.8 |
| John Wood Elementary School | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
801 W 73RD AVE, Merrillville, IN 46410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aquinas Catholic Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FOREST RIDGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Schererville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Timothy Ball Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Crown Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Gary), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Merrillville, see our Merrillville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,735
Median Home Value
$192,100
Median Rent
$1,267/mo
Population
38,803
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FLAGET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL/DIOCESE Vincennes, IN | 6.5 |
| Higher Institute of Arts & Tech Merrillville, IN | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH HESSEN CASSEL Fort Wayne, IN | 6.5 |
| Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools Indianapolis, IN | 6.4 |
| Brooklyn STEM Academy Brooklyn, IN | 6.6 |
| Morocco Elementary School Morocco, IN | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aquinas Catholic Community School
What grades does Aquinas Catholic Community School serve?
Aquinas Catholic Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Aquinas Catholic Community School?
Aquinas Catholic Community School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquinas Catholic Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aquinas Catholic Community School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Aquinas Catholic Community School rank in IN?
Aquinas Catholic Community School ranks #265 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Aquinas Catholic Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Aquinas Catholic Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Aquinas Catholic Community School a private school?
Yes, Aquinas Catholic Community School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Aquinas Catholic Community School a religious school?
Aquinas Catholic Community School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (219) 769-2049
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