Very Good
#201 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 42% of private schools
St Roch Catholic School
Elementary School
3603 S MERIDIAN ST, Indianapolis, IN 46217
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#201 of 478
In Indianapolis
#45 of 64
public schools
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St Roch Catholic School
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About St Roch Catholic School
St Roch Catholic School is a private elementary school in Indianapolis, IN. St Roch Catholic School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Roch Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Roch Catholic School show 75% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Roch 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 St Roch Catholic School compares to 189 public schools serving similar grades in Indianapolis, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Roch Catholic School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Christel House Academy South | 4.1 |
| Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle | 7.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Eleanor Skillen School 34 | 3.6 |
| RISE Learning Center | 5.3 |
| William Henry Burkhart Elementary | 6.1 |
| James A Garfield School 31 | 7.4 |
| Frederick Douglass School 19 | 3.6 |
| SE Neighborhood Sch of Excellence | 5.3 |
| Daniel Webster School 46 | 3.4 |
| Invent Learning Hub | 7.7 |
| Southport Middle School | 5.0 |
| Southport 6th Grade Academy | 5.9 |
| Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools | 6.4 |
| Edison School of the Arts 47 | 3.0 |
| Clinton Young Elementary School | 3.5 |
| William Penn School 49 | 3.3 |
| HW Longfellow Med/STEM Magnet Midl | 7.1 |
| William McKinley School 39 | 7.0 |
| Homecroft Elementary School | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 189 schools. View all schools in Indianapolis
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
3603 S MERIDIAN ST, Indianapolis, IN 46217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Roch Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CENTRAL CATHOLIC (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 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 |
|---|---|
| Milroy Elementary School Milroy, IN | 7.0 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haubstadt, IN | 7.0 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Newburgh, IN | 7.0 |
| ST WENDEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wadesville, IN | 7.0 |
| South Central Elementary Elizabeth, IN | 7.0 |
| Van Buren Elementary School Nashville, IN | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Roch Catholic School
What grades does St Roch Catholic School serve?
St Roch Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Roch Catholic School?
St Roch Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Roch Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Roch Catholic School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Roch Catholic School rank in IN?
St Roch Catholic School ranks #201 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Roch Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Roch Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Roch Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Roch Catholic School has 75% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Roch Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Roch 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 Roch Catholic School a religious school?
St Roch Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- 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) 784-9144
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