Very Good

#174 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 36% of private schools

Central Catholic JR SR High School

High School

2410 S 9TH ST, Lafayette, IN 47909

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#174 of 478

In Lafayette

#2 of 7

public schools

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About Central Catholic JR SR High School

Central Catholic JR SR High School is a private high school in Lafayette, IN. Central Catholic JR SR High School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Catholic JR SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Central Catholic JR SR High School show 70% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 59% 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

Central Catholic JR SR 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

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How Central Catholic JR SR High School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.9:1

This School

16.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

445

This School

908

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

5.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 13.5% vs 0%

Asian 2.2% vs 0%

Black 0.4% vs 0%

Central Catholic JR SR High School Lafayette Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Central Catholic JR SR High School (this school)	—	445	13.9:1	7.2
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School	0.7 mi	1,021	14.2:1	5.6
Jefferson High School	0.8 mi	2,034	14:1	5.3
Excel Center - Lafayette	2.2 mi	364	19.2:1	3.0
Wea Ridge Middle School	2.8 mi	699	16.3:1	5.4
McCutcheon High School	3.0 mi	1,786	15.7:1	6.1
Southwestern Middle School	7.0 mi	518	17.3:1	4.1
East Tipp Middle School	8.1 mi	528	18.2:1	7.1
Wainwright Middle School	8.7 mi	311	15.6:1	4.8

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 5.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 34%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 445

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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 70.0% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

37.6% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 58.9% (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)

White 79.8%

Hispanic 13.5%

Two or More 4.0%

Asian 2.2%

Black 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2410 S 9TH ST, Lafayette, IN 47909

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central Catholic JR SR High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. McCutcheon High School (rated 6.1/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Jefferson High School (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Excel Center - Lafayette (rated 3.0/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Edgelea Elementary School Lafayette	0.6 mi	443	7.7
Jefferson High School Lafayette	0.8 mi	2,034	5.3
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette	0.7 mi	1,021	5.6
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Lafayette	1.0 mi	440	7.0
KINDER CARE Lafayette	1.0 mi	24	—
Thomas Miller Elementary School Lafayette	1.2 mi	323	5.3
Miami Elementary School Lafayette	1.0 mi	468	5.0
Oakland Elementary School Lafayette	1.5 mi	193	5.7
ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette	1.7 mi	141	7.0
ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Lafayette	1.9 mi	119	6.7
ST JAMES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette	2.1 mi	147	6.7
Murdock Elementary School Lafayette	2.1 mi	232	5.2
Excel Center - Lafayette Lafayette	2.2 mi	364	3.0
Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate Lafayette	2.2 mi	1,029	5.6
LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette	2.3 mi	299	6.9
Wea Ridge Elementary School Lafayette	2.7 mi	613	4.9
Wea Ridge Middle School Lafayette	2.8 mi	699	5.4
ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette	2.9 mi	176	7.4
FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette	2.6 mi	5	—
McCutcheon High School Lafayette	3.0 mi	1,786	6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,341

Median Home Value

$203,600

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

42,971

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

65.9%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Catholic JR SR High School

What grades does Central Catholic JR SR High School serve?

Central Catholic JR SR High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Central Catholic JR SR High School?

Central Catholic JR SR High School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Catholic JR SR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Central Catholic JR SR High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Central Catholic JR SR High School rank in IN?

Central Catholic JR SR High School ranks #174 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Central Catholic JR SR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Central Catholic JR SR 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 Central Catholic JR SR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Catholic JR SR High School has 70% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Central Catholic JR SR High School a private school?

Yes, Central Catholic JR SR 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 Central Catholic JR SR High School a religious school?

Central Catholic JR SR High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 31 Some Transit
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 7th – 12th
Enrollment: 445
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 32
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Tippecanoe County
Phone: (765) 474-2496

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