Very Good
#121 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 25% of private schools
St Bartholomew School
Elementary School
1306 27TH ST, Columbus, IN 47201
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#121 of 478
In Columbus
#3 of 5
public schools
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St Bartholomew School
Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bartholomew School
St Bartholomew School is a private elementary school in Columbus, IN. St Bartholomew School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bartholomew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Bartholomew School show 54% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Bartholomew 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 Bartholomew School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bartholomew School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Northside Middle School | 7.0 |
| Lillian Schmitt Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Parkside Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Central Middle School | 6.1 |
| CSA Lincoln Campus | 8.5 |
| W D Richards Elementary School | 5.4 |
| L F Smith Elementary | 5.8 |
| CSA Fodrea Campus | 4.6 |
| Clifty Creek Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Southside Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Rockcreek Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Mount Healthy Elementary School | 4.8 |
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 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
1306 27TH ST, Columbus, IN 47201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bartholomew School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ABC LEARNING CENTRE, INC (DBA ABC-STEWART SCHOOL) (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CSA Lincoln Campus (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Southside Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,667
Median Home Value
$217,600
Median Rent
$1,159/mo
Population
48,602
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Lawrenceburg, IN | 7.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Evansville, IN | 7.6 |
| Handley Elementary School Laporte, IN | 7.6 |
| James Cole Elementary School Lafayette, IN | 7.6 |
| Jane Ball Elementary School Cedar Lake, IN | 7.6 |
| Laura Hose Elementary School Crawfordsville, IN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bartholomew School
What grades does St Bartholomew School serve?
St Bartholomew School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Bartholomew School?
St Bartholomew School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bartholomew School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bartholomew School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bartholomew School rank in IN?
St Bartholomew School ranks #121 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Bartholomew School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bartholomew School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Bartholomew School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Bartholomew School has 54% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Bartholomew School a private school?
Yes, St Bartholomew 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 Bartholomew School a religious school?
St Bartholomew School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bartholomew County
- Phone
- (812) 379-9353
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