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#298 of 478 private schools in IN

Holy Cross Lutheran School

Elementary School

8115 OAKLANDON RD, Indianapolis, IN 46236

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#298 of 478

In Indianapolis

#57 of 64

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About Holy Cross Lutheran School

Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. Holy Cross Lutheran School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it comparesOn par with IN schools

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Holy Cross Lutheran 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 Holy Cross Lutheran School compares to 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.5:1

This School

16.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

359

This School

562

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.3

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83% vs 0%

Black 7.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.8% vs 0%

Asian 0.8% vs 0%

Holy Cross Lutheran School Indianapolis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Cross Lutheran School (this school)	—	359	18.5:1	6.3
Amy Beverland Elementary	0.2 mi	808	20.2:1	7.1
Oaklandon Elementary School	1.7 mi	464	15.5:1	6.3
Early Learning Center	2.0 mi	1,328	23.7:1	3.4
Sunnyside Elementary School	2.1 mi	700	17.1:1	3.6
Fall Creek Valley Middle School	3.1 mi	1,319	20.3:1	4.1
Forest Glen Elementary School	3.1 mi	934	22.8:1	7.4
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary Sch	3.3 mi	766	19.6:1	6.1
Indian Creek Elementary School	3.5 mi	679	16.2:1	3.0
Crestview Elementary School	4.4 mi	596	17.5:1	6.8
Winding Ridge Elementary School	4.4 mi	599	18.2:1	3.8
James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School	5.0 mi	266	12.1:1	7.2
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy	5.0 mi	289	3.5:1	3.2
The Nature School of Central Indiana	5.1 mi	145	24.2:1	5.5
Skiles Test Elementary School	5.2 mi	576	19.2:1	3.5
Dynamic Minds Academy	5.2 mi	130	11.8:1	5.2
PLA@Promise Prep	5.5 mi	97	7.5:1	5.3
Belzer Middle School	5.5 mi	1,139	16.8:1	2.6
Harrison Hill Elementary School	5.6 mi	714	17.4:1	3.3
Hoosier College and Career Academy	5.6 mi	784	21.2:1	4.5
Andrew J Brown Academy	5.7 mi	570	19:1	4.4

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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

C 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 359

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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)

White 83.0%

Two or More 8.1%

Black 7.2%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8115 OAKLANDON RD, Indianapolis, IN 46236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Cross Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Geist Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Fishers), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hoosier Road Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Fishers), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WORTHMORE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST SIMON THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Indianapolis	0.1 mi	545	5.9
Amy Beverland Elementary Indianapolis	0.2 mi	808	7.1
Oaklandon Elementary School Indianapolis	1.7 mi	464	6.3
Early Learning Center Indianapolis	2.0 mi	1,328	3.4
HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis	1.7 mi	273	9.0
Sunnyside Elementary School Indianapolis	2.1 mi	700	3.6
WORTHMORE ACADEMY Indianapolis	2.0 mi	41	8.3
Geist Montessori Academy Mccordsville	2.0 mi	273	4.7
McCordsville Elementary School Mccordsville	2.3 mi	686	7.1
Fall Creek Valley Middle School Indianapolis	3.1 mi	1,319	4.1
LEAFSPRING SCHOOL AT GEIST Fishers	3.2 mi	8	—
Forest Glen Elementary School Indianapolis	3.1 mi	934	7.4
Indian Creek Elementary School Indianapolis	3.5 mi	679	3.0
CORNERSTONE BAPTIST ACADEMY Indianapolis	3.6 mi	64	8.8
Geist Elementary School Fishers	3.2 mi	654	9.0
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary Sch Indianapolis	3.3 mi	766	6.1
Winding Ridge Elementary School Indianapolis	4.4 mi	599	3.8
Hoosier Road Elementary School Fishers	4.4 mi	493	8.6
Brooks School Elementary Fishers	4.6 mi	788	8.0
Lantern Road Elementary School Fishers	3.9 mi	512	8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,530

Median Home Value

$281,800

Median Rent

$1,750/mo

Population

26,049

College Educated

53.3%

Homeownership

89.8%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Beiriger Elementary School Griffith, IN	455	6.3
CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven, IN	298	6.3
Center for Inquiry School 27 Indianapolis, IN	460	6.3
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jasper, IN	341	6.3
Hendry Park Elementary School Angola, IN	381	6.3
Hickory Center Elementary School Fort Wayne, IN	443	6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Cross Lutheran School

What grades does Holy Cross Lutheran School serve?

Holy Cross Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Cross Lutheran School?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Cross Lutheran School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Cross Lutheran School rank in IN?

Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks #298 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Cross Lutheran School a private school?

Yes, Holy Cross Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Cross Lutheran School a religious school?

Holy Cross Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 51 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 359
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Marion County
Phone: (317) 826-1234

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