Cathedral High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,072 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,765
Acceptance rate: 83%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: Oct. 1 / Dec. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cathedral High School
9	288
10	304
11	245
12	235

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia/Language-based/autism spectrum

Year Founded

1918

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2004, 2016, 2022

School Motto

Greatness is Calling

Student Body

Total Students

1,072 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

24%

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

93 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

56%

Average Class Size

19 students

Average SAT score

1190

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform: khaki pants and uniform shirts/sweatshirts

Number of AP Courses

27 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP European HistoryAP French V

AP German VAP Human Geography

AP Language & CompositionAP Latin V

AP Literature & CompositionAP Macroeconomics

AP MicroeconomicsAP Psychology

AP Spanish VAP Spanish VI

AP StatisticsAP U.S. Government & Politics

AP U.S. Government & Politics--We the PeopleAP United States History

AP World HistoryIB Biology

IB ChemistryIB English

IB FrenchIB Geography

IB GermanIB History of the Americas

IB LatinIB Math

IB PhysicsIB Psychology

IB Spanish

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Oct. 1 / Dec. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,765

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid and Merit Scholarships are available

% on Financial Aid

44%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,723

Acceptance Rate

83%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Anna Taul

Admissions Associate

Beth Wissler

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

20 sports

Colors

Navy Blue, Old gold

School Mascot

Leprechaun

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

34 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Art ClubBook Club

Brain Game (Academic Competition)CAFE Club (Multicultural Club)

Concert ChoirDance Team

Environmental ClubFilm Study Club

Flag Corps/Drill TeamFrench Club

German ClubGospel Choir

Habitat for HumanityIntramural Athletics

Jazz BandLatin Club

Liturgy Planning CommitteeMarching Band

Math LeagueModel United Nations

NewspaperOrchestra

Pro Life ClubPromise to Keep

RoboticsScience Club

Service ClubsSpanish Club

Speech TeamStudent Council

Student GovernmentTheatre

We the PeopleYearbook

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School Notes

Cathedral, a Catholic college preparatory high school in the Holy Cross tradition, helping a diverse group of students to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically to have the competence to see and the courage to act.
Founded in 1918, the school enrolls students from more than 150 schools in Indiana and beyond.
100% of Cathedral students graduate and more than 99% of the graduates attend colleges and universities. The class of 2019 earned a record $56,000,000 in college scholarships.
Cathedral is committed to diversity of all kinds, including academic diversity, and offers three academic levels of instruction to meet the individual needs of the students.
The Learning Resource Center and the renowned Language Support Program serve students with diagnosed learning difference.

Cathedral, a Catholic college preparatory high school in the Holy Cross tradition, provides to a diverse group of students opportunities for spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical growth to have the competence to see and the courage to act. Founded in 1918, the school enrolls students from more than 150 schools in Indiana and beyond. While more than 99% of the graduates immediately attend colleges and universities across the country, the school is committed to academic diversity and offers three academic levels of instruction to meet the individual needs of the students plus a Learning Resource Center with the school's renowned Language Support Porgram for students with diagnosed learning differences. The most recent graduating class earned more than $56 million in college/university scholarships and awards, and 100% were accepted at four-year colleges/universities.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Morgan Bolden '15, U.S. Navy - Communication School Graduate, Marine Corps Officer -
- Jake Langdon '21, Columbia University '25 -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cathedral High School cost?

Cathedral High School's tuition is approximately $15,765 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Cathedral High School?

The acceptance rate of Cathedral High School is 83%, which is lower than the national average of 84%.

Who are famous alumni from Cathedral High School?

Cathedral High School famous alumni include: Morgan Bolden '15, U.S. Navy - Communication School Graduate, Marine Corps Officer and Jake Langdon '21, Columbia University '25.

Does Cathedral High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Cathedral High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Cathedral High School offer?

Cathedral High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Cathedral High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.

What is Cathedral High School's ranking?

Cathedral High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Cathedral High School?

The application deadline for Cathedral High School is Oct. 1 / Dec. 15.

In what neighborhood is Cathedral High School located?

Cathedral High School is located in the Brendonwood neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.

School Reviews

5 10/27/2021

We chose Cathedral because of its inclusivity. They accept students with financial needs, learning challenges, as well as those who are ready to take on the rigor of AP classes. They push students to reach their personal best academically, socially, and spiritually. Cathedral`s values are for life.

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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).