Lutheran High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 293 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,600
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Lutheran Schools Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lutheran High School
9	82
10	72
11	72
12	67

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences, ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, etc

Year Founded

1976

Colors

Maroon, Gold

School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2025

Student Body

Total Students

293 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 26%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

14 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Advanced ArtAdvanced Compostiion/AP Eng Lit/Comp

Advanced PlacementBiology/AP

Calculus/APChemistry/ACP

Discrete MathematicsEnglish Language & Composition

History/APHonors Physics

Physics/ACPSpanish AP

Average SAT score

1140

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

uniform look: see website

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,600

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Tuition Notes

Membership in association congregations is discounted $1200. There are also merit scholarships available up to $2000/year. We accept Indiana Choice Scholarships as well.

% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$7,000

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

95%

Admissions Director

Deidre Barnett

Admissions Associate

Kelle Johnson

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFootball

GolfGymnastics

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic Competition Teamsgraphic design

National Honor SocietyPraise Band

Service ProjectsStudent Council

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Chamber ChoirDrama

Wind EnsembleWomens Chorus

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Bowling Team

School Notes

The mission of Lutheran High School is to prepare young adults for a Christian life while providing academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment.
We are a college-prep, Grade A school for students in grades 9-12.
We have top-ranked athletic, academic, and fine arts programs.

School Motto: Teaching Truth. Changing Lives.
School Mascot: Saint Bernard

Learn more about us first hand by attending an LHS Preview Night and shadowing a student during a typical day of classes.
Belief in Jesus is the reason for this school. He is the unseen but ever-present teacher in our classes, the model for our faculty, and the inspiration for our students.
Students are surrounded by a college prepatory atmosphere and provided a selection of honor and AP, and ACP courses taught by highly qualified Christian educators having years of experience.
A majority of the student body is involved in LHS activities and 100% of the students are involved in service work. Nearly 100% of our gradates continue their education while others serve our country and community.
Lutheran High School faculty and staff collaborate with parents to provide students with a top notch education that prepares them for colleges and life beyond our doors.
You can learn how to excel in high school, in college, and throughout your life.RankedIn a recent study, the U.S. Department of Education ranked the Lutheran system highest, academically, among all other schools, including public, Catholic, charter, or other private schools. Lutheran school students test 23% higher than the national average on standard achievement tests. (Brekke, M., YRC).

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lutheran High School cost?

Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $12,600 for private students.

What schools are Lutheran High School often compared to?

Lutheran High School is often viewed alongside schools like Roncalli High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Lutheran High School?

The acceptance rate of Lutheran High School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does Lutheran High School offer?

Lutheran High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Lutheran High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.

What is Lutheran High School's ranking?

Lutheran High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Lutheran High School?

The application deadline for Lutheran High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Lutheran High School located?

Lutheran High School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Franklin Township.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Indianapolis, IN is $11,006 for elementary schools and $13,057 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Indianapolis, IN is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).