Very Good
#169 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 35% of private schools
Nativity Catholic School
Elementary School
3310 S MEADOW DR, Indianapolis, IN 46239
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#169 of 478
In Indianapolis
#40 of 64
public schools
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Nativity Catholic School
Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nativity Catholic School
Nativity Catholic School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. Nativity Catholic School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Nativity Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Nativity Catholic School show 46% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Nativity 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Nativity Catholic School compares to 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nativity Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Liberty Park Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Wanamaker Early Learning Center | 3.0 |
| Thompson Crossing Elementary Sch | 7.3 |
| Raymond Park Intermediate & Middle | 4.2 |
| Edgewood Intermediate School | 6.1 |
| Arlington Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Victory College Prep | 7.7 |
| Irvington Preparatory Academy | 4.0 |
| Jeremiah Gray Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate | 6.6 |
| Bunker Hill Elementary School | 7.5 |
| South Creek Elementary | 7.6 |
| Grassy Creek Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Christian Park School 82 | 3.5 |
| George W Julian School 57 | 7.3 |
| Creston Intermediate & Middle Schl | 3.6 |
| Franklin Central Junior High | 4.1 |
| Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools | 6.4 |
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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
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 IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3310 S MEADOW DR, Indianapolis, IN 46239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nativity Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BURGE TERRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bunker Hill Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thompson Crossing Elementary Sch (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,160
Median Home Value
$253,000
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
33,403
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akron Elementary School Akron, IN | 7.2 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mishawaka, IN | 7.2 |
| Clay City Elementary School Clay City, IN | 7.2 |
| Hailmann Elementary School Laporte, IN | 7.2 |
| Kingsbury Elementary School Laporte, IN | 7.2 |
| Millersburg Elementary- Middle Sch Millersburg, IN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nativity Catholic School
What grades does Nativity Catholic School serve?
Nativity Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Nativity Catholic School?
Nativity Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nativity Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nativity Catholic School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nativity Catholic School rank in IN?
Nativity Catholic School ranks #169 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Nativity Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nativity Catholic 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 Nativity Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nativity Catholic School has 46% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Nativity Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Nativity 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 Nativity Catholic School a religious school?
Nativity Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 357-1459
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