Very Good

#125 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 17% of private schools

Catholic Central School

School

1200 E HIGH ST, Springfield, OH 45505

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#125 of 713

In Springfield

#4 of 7

public schools

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About Catholic Central School

Catholic Central School is a private school in Springfield, OH. Catholic Central School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Catholic Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.4 pts above OH schools

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Catholic Central 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 Catholic Central School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.1:1

This School

16.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

425

This School

535

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.8

This School

5.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50.4% vs 0%

Black 22.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.8% vs 0%

Asian 0.9% vs 0%

Catholic Central School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Catholic Central School (this school)	—	425	12.1:1	7.8
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL OF INNOVATION	0.7 mi	161	8.9:1	4.7
Springfield City Online	0.7 mi	46	—:1	3.1
Global Impact STEM Academy	1.0 mi	687	22.9:1	5.2
Kenwood Elementary	1.1 mi	358	14.3:1	4.2
Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy	1.2 mi	156	7.1:1	4.0
Cliff Park High School	1.2 mi	360	36:1	3.3
Lagonda Elementary School	1.2 mi	412	17.9:1	4.7
Lincoln Elementary School	1.2 mi	394	15.8:1	5.7
Schaefer Middle School	1.4 mi	264	9.4:1	4.7
Mann Elementary School	1.4 mi	415	15.4:1	6.2
Springfield-Clark County	1.5 mi	704	12.6:1	5.2
Hayward Middle School	1.5 mi	375	13.4:1	3.9
Warder Park-Wayne Elementary School	1.5 mi	402	14.4:1	5.2
Springfield High School	1.8 mi	1,602	14.6:1	4.4
Fulton Elementary School	1.8 mi	424	16.3:1	4.0
Roosevelt Middle School	1.9 mi	376	11.4:1	5.3
Kenton Elementary School	2.0 mi	468	16.7:1	5.4
Perrin Woods Elementary School	2.1 mi	345	13.8:1	4.2
Snowhill Elementary School	2.2 mi	426	15.8:1	5.7
Clark Early Learning Center	2.3 mi	417	12.3:1	5.2

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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

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 OH.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.9 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,177.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 425

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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 OH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.4%

Black 22.4%

Two or More 15.5%

Hispanic 10.8%

Asian 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1200 E HIGH ST, Springfield, OH 45505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Catholic Central School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NIGHTINGALE MONTESSORI (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CATHOLIC CENTRAL (rated 8.0/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CATHOLIC CENTRAL Springfield	0.0 mi	417	8.0
NIGHTINGALE MONTESSORI Springfield	0.1 mi	157	8.2
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Springfield	0.7 mi	161	4.7
Springfield City Online Springfield	0.7 mi	46	3.1
Kenwood Elementary Springfield	1.1 mi	358	4.2
Springfield Preparatory and Fitness Academy Springfield	1.2 mi	156	4.0
Global Impact STEM Academy Springfield	1.0 mi	687	5.2
COVENANT CHILDRENS ACADEMY Springfield	1.0 mi	4	—
Lagonda Elementary School Springfield	1.2 mi	412	4.7
Lincoln Elementary School Springfield	1.2 mi	394	5.7
Cliff Park High School Springfield	1.2 mi	360	3.3
Springfield-Clark County Springfield	1.5 mi	704	5.2
Hayward Middle School Springfield	1.5 mi	375	3.9
Schaefer Middle School Springfield	1.4 mi	264	4.7
Springfield High School Springfield	1.8 mi	1,602	4.4
Mann Elementary School Springfield	1.4 mi	415	6.2
SPRINGFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield	1.4 mi	86	7.9
Warder Park-Wayne Elementary School Springfield	1.5 mi	402	5.2
Roosevelt Middle School Springfield	1.9 mi	376	5.3
Kenton Elementary School Springfield	2.0 mi	468	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,409

Median Home Value

$87,500

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

20,299

College Educated

10.4%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

27.1%

Median Age

34.6

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
CARDINAL STRITCH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL AND ACADEMY Oregon, OH	478	7.9
FUCHS MIZRACHI SCHOOL Beachwood, OH	370	7.9
CATHOLIC CENTRAL Springfield, OH	417	8.0
GRANVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Granville, OH	268	7.6
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kidrow, OH	283	8.1
EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield, OH	316	7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Catholic Central School

What grades does Catholic Central School serve?

Catholic Central School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Catholic Central School?

Catholic Central School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Catholic Central School?

The student-teacher ratio at Catholic Central School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Catholic Central School rank in OH?

Catholic Central School ranks #125 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Catholic Central School's MySchoolScout rating?

Catholic Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Catholic Central School a private school?

Yes, Catholic Central 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 Catholic Central School a religious school?

Catholic Central School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 72 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 425
Gender Split: 63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 35
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 157 days
Setting: Small City
County: Clark County
Phone: (937) 325-9204

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