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#317 of 478 private schools in IN
Mater Dei High School
High School
1300 HARMONY WAY, Evansville, IN 47720
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#317 of 478
In Evansville
#13 of 13
public schools
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About Mater Dei High School
Mater Dei High School is a private high school in Evansville, IN. Mater Dei High School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mater Dei High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- IN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mater Dei 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
BetaHow Mater Dei High School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Evansville, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mater Dei High School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Francis Joseph Reitz High School | 7.6 |
| Signature School Inc | 9.8 |
| Central High School | 8.1 |
| Academy for Innovative Studies | 4.2 |
| EVSC Virtual Academy | — |
| Benjamin Bosse High School | 5.0 |
| New Tech Institute | 7.1 |
| William Henry Harrison High School | 7.3 |
| North High School | 7.8 |
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
1300 HARMONY WAY, Evansville, IN 47720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Dei High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Signature School Inc (rated 9.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central High School (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Francis Joseph Reitz High School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Evansville, see our Evansville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,968
Median Home Value
$206,800
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
17,103
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
87.7%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Central Junior-Senior HS Michigantown, IN | 6.0 |
| Knox Community High School Knox, IN | 6.0 |
| North Daviess Jr-Sr High School Elnora, IN | 6.0 |
| Bremen Senior High School Bremen, IN | 6.1 |
| Cowan High School Muncie, IN | 6.1 |
| North Harrison High School Ramsey, IN | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Dei High School
What grades does Mater Dei High School serve?
Mater Dei High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mater Dei High School?
Mater Dei High School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Dei High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Dei High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mater Dei High School rank in IN?
Mater Dei High School ranks #317 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Mater Dei High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Dei High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mater Dei High School a private school?
Yes, Mater Dei 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 Mater Dei High School a religious school?
Mater Dei High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Vanderburgh County
- Phone
- (812) 426-2258
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