Skip to main content

Average

#250 of 478 private schools in IN

Cathedral High School

High School

5225 E 56TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46226

Private

Enrollment

1,072

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#250 of 478

In Indianapolis

#50 of 64

public schools

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Cathedral High School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Cathedral High School

6.7/10

High School in Indianapolis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Robert Lee Frost School 106

3.8/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

St Matthew Catholic School

8.1/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Cathedral High School

Cathedral High School is a private high school in Indianapolis, IN. Cathedral High School serves approximately 1,072 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cathedral High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares0.3 pts above IN schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Cathedral 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.

Compare to Public Schools

Beta

How Cathedral High School compares to 54 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
This School
vs
18.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,072
This School
vs
1,038
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.6% vs 0%
Black 12.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.2% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Cathedral High School Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Cathedral High School (this school) 6.7
Thrival Academy 2.5
GEO Next Generation Academy 3.8
Hoosier College and Career Academy 4.5
Lawrence Central High School 5.7
Charles A Tindley Accelerated Sch 4.9
Rooted School Indianapolis 5.0
Indiana School For The Deaf 4.8
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North 4.8
IN Math & Science Academy - North 4.0
Lawrence North High School 6.0
Dynamic Minds Academy 5.2
IN Sch for the Blind & Vis Imprd 4.0
KIPP Indy Legacy High 3.5
Shortridge High School 8.0
James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School 4.8
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy 3.2
North Central High School 7.4
BELIEVE Circle City High School 5.2
Herron High School 9.3
Arsenal Technical High School 3.5

Showing 20 of 54 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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 49%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 1,072
View data sources

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)

White 69.6%
Black 12.6%
Two or More 8.4%
Hispanic 7.2%
Asian 2.1%
Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5225 E 56TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46226

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cathedral High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lawrence Central High School (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Rooted School Indianapolis (rated 5.0/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Charles A Tindley Accelerated Sch (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Lee Frost School 106 Indianapolis 0.5 mi 3.8
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.9 mi 8.1
HARRIOT TUBMAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Indianapolis 1.1 mi
Arlington Community Middle School Indianapolis 1.1 mi 6.0
Thrival Academy Indianapolis 1.1 mi 2.5
Eastwood Middle School Indianapolis 1.2 mi 7.4
Indy Steam Academy Indianapolis 1.9 mi 8.6
Brook Park Elementary School Indianapolis 1.7 mi 2.8
GEO Next Generation Academy Indianapolis 2.0 mi 3.8
The Genius School Indianapolis 2.0 mi 6.4
ST LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.0 mi 7.7
Hoosier College and Career Academy Indianapolis 2.0 mi 4.5
Avondale Meadows Academy Indianapolis 2.3 mi 3.6
Avondale Meadows Middle School Indianapolis 2.3 mi 7.5
Charles A Tindley Accelerated Sch Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.9
Tindley Genesis Academy Indianapolis 2.4 mi 2.0
Rooted School Indianapolis Indianapolis 2.8 mi 5.0
Lawrence Central High School Indianapolis 2.2 mi 5.7
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy Indianapolis 2.3 mi 9.4
Arlington Woods School 99 Indianapolis 3.0 mi 1.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,086

Median Home Value

$148,900

Median Rent

$1,045/mo

Population

45,640

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

46.4%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

33.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Connersville Sr High School Connersville, IN 6.7
Danville Community High School Danville, IN 6.7
Leo Junior/Senior High School Leo, IN 6.7
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Mishawaka, IN 6.7
Manchester Jr-Sr High School N. Manchester, IN 6.7
ST THEODORE GUERIN HIGH SCHOOL Noblesville, IN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cathedral High School

What grades does Cathedral High School serve?

Cathedral High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cathedral High School?

Cathedral High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,072 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cathedral High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cathedral High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cathedral High School rank in IN?

Cathedral High School ranks #250 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Cathedral High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cathedral High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cathedral High School a private school?

Yes, Cathedral 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 Cathedral High School a religious school?

Cathedral High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
11 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,072
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.