Cardinal Ritter High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 586 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cardinal Ritter High School
7	50
8	34
9	128
10	116
11	127
12	131

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Core 40 and Core 40 with honors.

Year Founded

1964

School Calendar

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School Motto

'Truth and Honor'

Student Body

Total Students

586 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

63%

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

44 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Dress Code

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

High School: $10,680 Junior High: $5,800

Sports

Total Sports Offered

20 sports

Colors

White, Black, Red, Silver

School Notes

Cardinal Ritter is a Catholic High School where certain standards of conduct are expected.
Standards, which by design, help create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning.
A Cardinal Ritter student is prepared for class and therefore takes responsibility for his/her learning.
A Cardinal Ritter student shows school pride and enthusiasm for learning and competing.
A Cardinal Ritter student acknowledges everyone's right to learn and never is the reason for that learning to stop.
A Cardinal Ritter student is respectful of teachers, students, and themselves.
A Cardinal Ritter student is honest and truthful.
A Cardinal Ritter student understands that "Excellence is expected".

Cardinal Ritter is a Catholic High School where certain standards of conduct are expected. Standards, which by design, help create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. A Cardinal Ritter student is prepared for class and therefore takes responsibility for his/her learning. A Cardinal Ritter student shows school pride and enthusiasm for learning and competing. A Cardinal Ritter student acknowledges everyone's right to learn and never is the reason for that learning to stop. A Cardinal Ritter student is respectful of teachers, students, and themselves. A Cardinal Ritter student is honest and truthful. A Cardinal Ritter student understands that "Excellence is expected".

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Cardinal Ritter High School often compared to?

Cardinal Ritter High School is often viewed alongside schools like Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School, Cathedral High School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Cardinal Ritter High School offer?

Cardinal Ritter High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Cardinal Ritter High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.

What is Cardinal Ritter High School's ranking?

Cardinal Ritter High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Cardinal Ritter High School?

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

In what neighborhood is Cardinal Ritter High School located?

Cardinal Ritter High School is located in the Eagledale neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Eagledale.

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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).