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Central Catholic School is a Notre Dame ACE Academy, where our goals are College and Heaven.
Our school provides a challenging, faith-filled, educational experience that serves as the foundation for a life lived in service to Jesus, the Church and Community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 234 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,950
  • Acceptance rate: 97%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Central Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
all
Year Founded
1971

Student Body

Total Students
234 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Central Catholic Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Navy blue pants or skirts, optional plaid jumpers/skirts, white or light blue plain polo-type shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Indiana Choice Scholarships accepted. On My Way Pre K scholarships accepted.
% on Financial Aid
98%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,300
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 81%

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubMass Servers
Spell Bowl

School Notes

  • We see our students` gifts as given by God and therefore take responsibility for returning them to God fully developed.
  • Because the intellectual growth of our students is a spiritual imperative, Central Catholic implements best practices in teaching and learning that result insignificant gains for students.
  • Central Catholic provides a Catholic education of the highest quality within asafe and nurturing environment.
  • We seek to engage your children both intellectually and spiritually, putting them on the path toCollege and Heaven.
  • Our school provides achallenging, faith-filled, educational experiencethat serves as the foundation for a life lived in service to Jesus, the Church and Community.
  • As part of a nationwide network of high-performing Catholic schools, Central Catholic is aNotre Dame ACE Academy.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Central Catholic cost?
Central Catholic's tuition is approximately $6,950 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Central Catholic?
The acceptance rate of Central Catholic is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does Central Catholic offer?
Central Catholic offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Central Catholic's ranking?
Central Catholic ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Central Catholic?
The application deadline for Central Catholic is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Central Catholic located?
Central Catholic is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 234 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,950
  • Acceptance rate: 97%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Indianapolis, IN is $11,330 for elementary schools and $13,083 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indianapolis, IN is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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