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#354 of 478 private schools in IN

Mishawaka Catholic School

Middle School

223 W GROVE ST, Mishawaka, IN 46545

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#354 of 478

In Mishawaka

#6 of 6

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About Mishawaka Catholic School

Mishawaka Catholic School is a private middle school in Mishawaka, IN. Mishawaka Catholic School serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mishawaka Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Mishawaka Catholic School show 63% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it comparesOn par with IN schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 88 students, Mishawaka Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Mishawaka Catholic 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 Mishawaka Catholic School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Mishawaka, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.6:1

This School

16.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

476

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

4.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.6% vs 0%

Black 2.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

Mishawaka Catholic School Mishawaka Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mishawaka Catholic School (this school)	—	88	17.6:1	5.5
Emmons Elementary School	0.7 mi	469	15.6:1	3.1
Oaklawn Campus Program	0.8 mi	44	14.7:1	5.0
Battell Elementary School	0.9 mi	305	14.5:1	5.0
Lasalle Elementary School	0.9 mi	494	15.9:1	2.9
John J Young Middle School	1.2 mi	738	13.9:1	3.4
Liberty Elementary School	1.6 mi	422	16.2:1	3.0
Beiger Elementary School	1.6 mi	498	17.8:1	4.1
Fred J Hums Elementary School	2.9 mi	331	18.4:1	5.0
Twin Branch Elementary School	3.3 mi	296	15.6:1	5.8
Schmucker Middle School	4.0 mi	995	18.4:1	6.5
Virgil I Grissom Middle School	4.2 mi	648	15.8:1	5.5

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+ 3.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 21%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.2 / 10

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Enrollment 88

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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 63.3% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

42.1% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 64.3% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.6%

Two or More 5.7%

Black 2.3%

Hispanic 2.3%

Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

223 W GROVE ST, Mishawaka, IN 46545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mishawaka Catholic School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST JOSEPH CAMPUS (rated 6.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is John J Young Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Edison Middle School (rated 2.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby South Bend), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mishawaka, see our Mishawaka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST JOSEPH CAMPUS Mishawaka	0.0 mi	73	6.6
Emmons Elementary School Mishawaka	0.7 mi	469	3.1
Battell Elementary School Mishawaka	0.9 mi	305	5.0
NEW VISION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mishawaka	0.8 mi	19	—
Oaklawn Campus Program Mishawaka	0.8 mi	44	5.0
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Mishawaka	0.9 mi	692	6.7
John J Young Middle School Mishawaka	1.2 mi	738	3.4
Lasalle Elementary School Mishawaka	0.9 mi	494	2.9
Mishawaka High School Mishawaka	1.1 mi	1,437	4.7
Liberty Elementary School Mishawaka	1.6 mi	422	3.0
Nuner Fine Arts Academy South Bend	1.3 mi	468	3.4
Beiger Elementary School Mishawaka	1.6 mi	498	4.1
MICHIANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Bend	1.8 mi	61	5.5
ST ANTHONY DE PADUA SCHOOL South Bend	1.8 mi	211	7.6
SOUTH BEND JUNIOR ACADEMY South Bend	1.9 mi	42	7.1
Edison Middle School South Bend	2.5 mi	319	2.9
Walt Disney Elementary School Mishawaka	2.7 mi	521	6.3
THE MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT EDISON LAKES Mishawaka	2.8 mi	134	8.1
Adams High School South Bend	2.2 mi	1,987	8.0
McKinley Elementary School South Bend	2.3 mi	471	3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,889

Median Home Value

$174,700

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

26,581

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

49.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

38.4

Similar Schools

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

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MAUMEE VALLEY SCHOOL New Haven, IN	87	6.2
CEDAR CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Grabill, IN	96	4.5
Carlisle Middle School Carlisle, IN	83	6.5
ST JOSEPH CAMPUS Mishawaka, IN	73	6.6
ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Lafayette, IN	119	6.7
MILAN CENTER SCHOOL New Haven, IN	109	4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mishawaka Catholic School

What grades does Mishawaka Catholic School serve?

Mishawaka Catholic School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mishawaka Catholic School?

Mishawaka Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mishawaka Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mishawaka Catholic School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mishawaka Catholic School rank in IN?

Mishawaka Catholic School ranks #354 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Mishawaka Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mishawaka Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Mishawaka Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mishawaka Catholic School has 63% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Mishawaka Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Mishawaka Catholic 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 Mishawaka Catholic School a religious school?

Mishawaka Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 83 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 68 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 8th
Enrollment: 88
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: St. Joseph County
Phone: (574) 255-0709

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