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#224 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 47% of private schools
St Barnabas School
Elementary School
8300 RAHKE RD, Indianapolis, IN 46217
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#224 of 478
In Indianapolis
#47 of 64
public schools
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St Barnabas School
Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Barnabas School
St Barnabas School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. St Barnabas School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Barnabas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Barnabas School show 71% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Barnabas 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 St Barnabas School compares to 191 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Barnabas School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Perry Meridian Middle School | 7.4 |
| Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy | 7.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary Sch | 8.0 |
| Glenns Valley Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Winchester Village Elementary | 5.4 |
| Homecroft Elementary School | 5.8 |
| William Henry Burkhart Elementary | 6.1 |
| Southport Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School | 5.7 |
| RISE Learning Center | 5.3 |
| Southport 6th Grade Academy | 5.9 |
| Southport Middle School | 5.0 |
| Clinton Young Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Mary Bryan Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Gold Academy | 4.6 |
| Blue Academy | 5.0 |
| Jeremiah Gray Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Stephen Decatur Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle | 7.1 |
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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
8300 RAHKE RD, Indianapolis, IN 46217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Barnabas School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Douglas MacArthur Elementary Sch (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Grove Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Greenwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,326
Median Home Value
$226,100
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
38,659
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bainbridge Elementary School Bainbridge, IN | 6.8 |
| Concord Ox Bow Elementary School Elkhart, IN | 6.8 |
| Crestview Elementary School Indianapolis, IN | 6.8 |
| Franklin Square Elementary School Jeffersonville, IN | 6.8 |
| Glenwood Leadership Academy Evansville, IN | 6.8 |
| HIGHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Highland, IN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Barnabas School
What grades does St Barnabas School serve?
St Barnabas School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Barnabas School?
St Barnabas School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Barnabas School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Barnabas School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Barnabas School rank in IN?
St Barnabas School ranks #224 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Barnabas School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Barnabas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Barnabas School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Barnabas School has 71% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Barnabas School a private school?
Yes, St Barnabas 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 Barnabas School a religious school?
St Barnabas 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
- 470
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 881-7422
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