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#307 of 478 private schools in IN

St Adalbert Catholic School

Elementary School

519 S OLIVE ST, South Bend, IN 46619

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#307 of 478

In South Bend

#16 of 19

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About St Adalbert Catholic School

St Adalbert Catholic School is a private elementary school in South Bend, IN. St Adalbert Catholic School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Adalbert Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for St Adalbert Catholic School show 11% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.5 pts below IN schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

St Adalbert 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 St Adalbert Catholic School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in South Bend, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.9:1

This School

9.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

203

This School

391

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

4.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 98.5% vs 0%

White 0.5% vs 0%

Black 0.5% vs 0%

Asian 0.5% vs 0%

St Adalbert Catholic School South Bend Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Adalbert Catholic School (this school)	—	203	16.9:1	6.1
Harrison Elementary School	0.6 mi	601	7.9:1	3.9
Kennedy Academy	0.9 mi	480	14.5:1	6.5
Success Academy Primary School	1.4 mi	572	11.9:1	6.9
Navarre Middle School	1.5 mi	400	6.6:1	3.0
Muessel Elementary School	1.6 mi	274	5.2:1	3.1
Lafayette Early Childhood Center	1.7 mi	5	5:1	—
LaSalle Academy	1.8 mi	457	12:1	7.9
Coquillard Elementary School	1.8 mi	271	6.8:1	1.9
Juvenile Justice Center	1.8 mi	16	5.3:1	—
Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy	2.0 mi	565	11.3:1	6.5
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy	2.1 mi	519	13.7:1	3.9
Marquette Montessori Academy	2.4 mi	403	11.9:1	5.8
Wilson Elementary School	2.4 mi	368	8.8:1	2.7
Studebaker Center	2.4 mi	327	14.9:1	5.1
Jefferson Traditional School	2.6 mi	526	11.7:1	4.9
Monroe Elementary School	2.7 mi	450	12.2:1	3.2
South Bend Virtual School	2.8 mi	293	11.3:1	4.5
Lincoln Elementary School	3.1 mi	423	11.8:1	4.4
McKinley Elementary School	3.4 mi	471	12.4:1	3.0
Marshall Traditional School	3.8 mi	348	6.8:1	4.3

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in South Bend

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+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,440

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 3%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 203

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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 10.8% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

42.1% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 12.4% (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)

Hispanic 98.5%

White 0.5%

Black 0.5%

Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

519 S OLIVE ST, South Bend, IN 46619

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Adalbert Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Bend, see our South Bend schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Harrison Elementary School South Bend	0.6 mi	601	3.9
Excel Center - South Bend South Bend	0.8 mi	184	2.6
Kennedy Academy South Bend	0.9 mi	480	6.5
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bend	1.4 mi	299	8.8
Success Academy Primary School South Bend	1.4 mi	572	6.9
Muessel Elementary School South Bend	1.6 mi	274	3.1
LaSalle Academy South Bend	1.8 mi	457	7.9
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Bend	1.7 mi	99	8.6
OUR LADY OF HUNGARY SCHOOL South Bend	1.6 mi	155	7.1
Navarre Middle School South Bend	1.5 mi	400	3.0
Coquillard Elementary School South Bend	1.8 mi	271	1.9
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend	1.5 mi	154	4.8
Lafayette Early Childhood Center South Bend	1.7 mi	5	—
Washington High School South Bend	1.7 mi	812	4.5
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy South Bend	2.1 mi	519	3.9
Marquette Montessori Academy South Bend	2.4 mi	403	5.8
Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy South Bend	2.0 mi	565	6.5
Juvenile Justice Center South Bend	1.8 mi	16	—
DEPAUL ACADEMY South Bend	1.8 mi	23	—
HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bend	2.0 mi	254	7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,679

Median Home Value

$98,400

Median Rent

$944/mo

Population

21,179

College Educated

13.8%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Burris Elementary School Mitchell, IN	140	6.1
Indian Trail Elementary School Laporte, IN	284	6.1
James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch Vincennes, IN	161	6.1
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL/DIOCESE Michigan City, IN	170	6.1
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Schererville, IN	179	6.1
East Crawford Elementary School Milltown, IN	254	6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Adalbert Catholic School

What grades does St Adalbert Catholic School serve?

St Adalbert Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Adalbert Catholic School?

St Adalbert Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Adalbert Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Adalbert Catholic School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Adalbert Catholic School rank in IN?

St Adalbert Catholic School ranks #307 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is St Adalbert Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Adalbert Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 St Adalbert Catholic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Adalbert Catholic School has 11% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is St Adalbert Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Adalbert 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 St Adalbert Catholic School a religious school?

St Adalbert Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 203
Gender Split: 60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: St. Joseph County
Phone: (574) 288-6645

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