Very Good

#170 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 35% of private schools

Cardinal Ritter High School

High School

3360 W 30TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

607

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Enrollment

607

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#170 of 478

In Indianapolis

#41 of 64

public schools

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About Cardinal Ritter High School

Cardinal Ritter High School is a private high school in Indianapolis, IN. Cardinal Ritter High School serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Ritter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Cardinal Ritter High School show 27% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.8 pts above IN schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Cardinal Ritter High 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.

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How Cardinal Ritter High School compares to 115 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.7:1

This School

17.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

607

This School

804

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 39.9% vs 0%

White 33.9% vs 0%

Black 18.1% vs 0%

Asian 0.3% vs 0%

Cardinal Ritter High School Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Cardinal Ritter High School (this school)	—	607	13.7:1	7.2
Cold Spring School	1.0 mi	369	12.7:1	5.3
Herron-Riverside High School	1.2 mi	398	6.2:1	8.5
IN Math & Science Academy	1.3 mi	535	10.9:1	9.0
Vision Academy	2.0 mi	396	12.8:1	6.8
Global Preparatory Academy	2.1 mi	701	17.1:1	6.4
Matchbook Learning	2.2 mi	642	15.7:1	7.1
Northwest Community Middle School	2.3 mi	388	12.1:1	6.5
Monarca Academy	2.3 mi	99	11:1	—
Guion Creek Middle School	2.5 mi	872	17.1:1	4.3
The PATH School	2.5 mi	612	19.7:1	6.5
Enlace Academy	2.6 mi	676	16.5:1	6.9
Excel Center - West	2.6 mi	359	22.4:1	3.2
George Washington Carver School 87	2.7 mi	401	13.8:1	5.2
Impact Academy 1	2.8 mi	67	3:1	5.3
Impact Academy 2	2.8 mi	66	2.9:1	3.4
Impact Academy 3	2.8 mi	44	1:1	3.4
BELIEVE Circle City High School	2.9 mi	279	11.2:1	5.2
Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch	3.0 mi	251	11.4:1	4.5
Excel Center For Adult Learners	3.0 mi	1,285	25.7:1	3.8
Herron Preparatory Academy	3.1 mi	312	6.9:1	8.9

Showing 20 of 115 schools. View all schools in Indianapolis

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B 5.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 69%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.2 / 10

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Enrollment 607

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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 IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

37.6% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 44.1% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 6 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 39.9%

White 33.9%

Black 18.1%

Two or More 7.4%

Asian 0.3%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3360 W 30TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cardinal Ritter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF INDIANA (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Speedway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL OF KNOWLEDGE (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST MICHAEL-ST. GABRIEL ARCHANGELS CATHOLIC ELEME Indianapolis	0.1 mi	309	8.6
PURPOSE OF LIFE ACADEMY Indianapolis	0.8 mi	6	—
SCHOOL OF KNOWLEDGE Indianapolis	0.7 mi	297	9.0
Cold Spring School Indianapolis	1.0 mi	369	5.3
Clarence Farrington School 61 Indianapolis	1.0 mi	532	4.5
Herron-Riverside High School Indianapolis	1.2 mi	398	8.5
Ernie Pyle School 90 Indianapolis	1.6 mi	296	3.6
IN Math & Science Academy Indianapolis	1.3 mi	535	9.0
HAGIA SOPHIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Indianapolis	1.8 mi	33	7.2
Carl Wilde School 79 Indianapolis	1.6 mi	547	3.6
Vision Academy Indianapolis	2.0 mi	396	6.8
Allegiant Preparatory Academy Indianapolis	2.2 mi	154	7.6
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF INDIANA Indianapolis	2.1 mi	426	9.5
Matchbook Learning Indianapolis	2.2 mi	642	7.1
Global Preparatory Academy Indianapolis	2.1 mi	701	6.4
The PATH School Indianapolis	2.5 mi	612	6.5
Guion Creek Elementary School Indianapolis	2.4 mi	579	5.3
James A Allison Elementary Sch 3 Speedway	2.1 mi	242	9.1
Liberty Grove Schools Indianapolis	2.0 mi	203	5.0
Guion Creek Middle School Indianapolis	2.5 mi	872	4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,198

Median Home Value

$104,300

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

37,608

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

31.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
BISHOP NOLL INSTITUTE/CATHOLIC DIOECE OF GARY Hammond, IN	481	7.2
Barr Reeve Middle/High School Montgomery, IN	500	7.2
Boone Grove High School Valparaiso, IN	475	7.2
CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette, IN	445	7.2
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN	611	7.2
Crawford County High School Marengo, IN	379	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cardinal Ritter High School

What grades does Cardinal Ritter High School serve?

Cardinal Ritter High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Cardinal Ritter High School?

Cardinal Ritter High School has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Ritter High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Ritter High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cardinal Ritter High School rank in IN?

Cardinal Ritter High School ranks #170 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Cardinal Ritter High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cardinal Ritter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cardinal Ritter High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cardinal Ritter High School has 27% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Cardinal Ritter High School a private school?

Yes, Cardinal Ritter High 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 Cardinal Ritter High School a religious school?

Cardinal Ritter High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 32 Some Transit
Bike Score: 49 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 7th – 12th
Enrollment: 607
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 44
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Marion County
Phone: (317) 924-4333

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