Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Holy Cross Lutheran School
About the School
- Holy Cross Lutheran School is open to all families in our community who desire an excellent Christ-centered education for their children.
- Currently, Holy Cross serves over 250 students and their families.
- Students come from Marion and surrounding counties, primarily from areas located in north, central and eastern Indianapolis.
- The mission of Holy Cross Lutheran School is to provide a Christ-centered, nurturing ministry for children and their families, with an emphasis on academic excellence.
- Holy Cross Lutheran School provides a fun, flexible, Christian atmosphere of teaching and learning experiences to enable children to Develop a strong, positive self-worth as a valued child of God, Formulate social and emotional skills appropriate for home and school, Develop cognitive and motor skills appropriate for each child through the philosophy that a child's work is his play.
- Holy Cross Lutheran School places an emphasis on academic excellence and on the teaching of the Christian faith.
- Our teachers are dedicated to providing this excellence in an atmosphere of personal warmth and Christian love, recognizing the individuality of each child and nurturing a positive self-concept.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
444 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 26%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Holy Cross Lutheran School is open to all families in our community who desire an excellent Christ-centered education for their children. Currently, Holy Cross serves over 250 students and their families. Students come from Marion and surrounding counties, primarily from areas located in north, central and eastern Indianapolis. The mission of Holy Cross Lutheran School is to provide a Christ-centered, nurturing ministry for children and their families, with an emphasis on academic excellence. Holy Cross Lutheran School provides a fun, flexible, Christian atmosphere of teaching and learning experiences to enable children to Develop a strong, positive self-worth as a valued child of God, Formulate social and emotional skills appropriate for home and school, Develop cognitive and motor skills appropriate for each child through the philosophy that a child's work is his play. Holy Cross Lutheran School places an emphasis on academic excellence and on the teaching of the Christian faith. Our teachers are dedicated to providing this excellence in an atmosphere of personal warmth and Christian love, recognizing the individuality of each child and nurturing a positive self-concept.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Cross Lutheran School's ranking?
Holy Cross Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Cross Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Holy Cross Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Holy Cross Lutheran School located?
Holy Cross Lutheran School is located in the Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 5 other private schools located in Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Holy Cross Lutheran School is Horizon Christian School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Simon The Apostle School (0.1 miles away)
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Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 607 students
Catholic
8155 Oaklandon Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 826-6000
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 144 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 11
Daycare / Preschool
10925 Cork Place
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 826-7522
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 369 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10
Christian
7702 Indian Lake Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 823-4538
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
12025 Pendleton Pike
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(833) 905-3276
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 184 students
Daycare / Preschool
10243 Port View Ln
Mccordsville, IN 46055
(317) 401-3800
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 369 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10
Christian
7702 Indian Lake Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 823-4538
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 90 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Baptist
10701 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 826-1160
Distance: 4.5 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 101 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Special Education School
5626 Lawton Loop Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 377-0544
Distance: 5.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 594 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10
Islamic
11965 Allisonville Road
Fishers, IN 46038
(317) 845-9466
Distance: 5.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,699 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 33
Christian
6401 E 75th St
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 849-3441
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 607 students
Catholic
8155 Oaklandon Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 826-6000
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 369 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10
Christian
7702 Indian Lake Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 823-4538
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 90 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Baptist
10701 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 826-1160
Distance: 4.5 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 101 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Special Education School
5626 Lawton Loop Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 377-0544
Distance: 5.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 594 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10
Islamic
11965 Allisonville Road
Fishers, IN 46038
(317) 845-9466
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 607 students
Catholic
8155 Oaklandon Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 826-6000
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 144 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 11
Daycare / Preschool
10925 Cork Place
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 826-7522
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
12025 Pendleton Pike
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(833) 905-3276
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 184 students
Daycare / Preschool
10243 Port View Ln
Mccordsville, IN 46055
(317) 401-3800
Distance: 3.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
9000 Fitness Lane
Fishers, IN 46037
(317) 841-8222
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9035 W Morris St
Indianapolis, IN 46231
(317) 988-6200
Indianapolis, IN 46231
(317) 988-6200
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Gr: PK-6 | 692 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Chapel Glen Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
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701 Lansdowne Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46234
(317) 988-6500
Indianapolis, IN 46234
(317) 988-6500
9119.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 843 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
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(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5125 Decatur Blvd Ste D
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 455-2400
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 455-2400
9119.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 180 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Stonegate Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7312 W Stonegate Dr
Zionsville, IN 46077
(317) 873-8050
Zionsville, IN 46077
(317) 873-8050
9119.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 462 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Robey Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8700 W 30th
Indianapolis, IN 46234
(317) 988-6000
Indianapolis, IN 46234
(317) 988-6000
9119.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 847 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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