Holy Family Catholic School and Preschool serves approximately 250 students from preschool through 8th grade. Located in New Albany, IN we are part of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Our vision is to develop inquiring minds, caring hearts, and lives devoted to Christ.
Holy Family School is a fully accredited, Grade A school with the State of Indiana.
ILEARN scores during the 2018-2019 school year were on average 18.4% higher than the top-performing NAFCS middle school.
We have a licensed school counselor on staff who works with students during classroom guidance lessons, small group counseling, and individual counseling.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Family School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005
Student Body
Total Students
249 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
19 students
Advanced Courses
Algebra I
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy/khaki pants and HF polo shirts
Navy/khaki pants and HF polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
30%
Admissions Director
Amy Huber
Admissions Associate
Maria Franxman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Holy Family School is a fully accredited school with the State of Indiana, and was recognized in 2000-2001 as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, one of only 29 Catholic schools nationwide honored that year.
- Holy Family was awarded a second U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon award under the No Child Left Behind program in 2005.
- In 2004, Holy Family School was accepted into the North Central Association, a national accrediting organization that serves the Midwest.
- Holy Family School is also one of few schools to be named a Millennium Community by the State of Indiana in 2000.
- We are members of the National Catholic Education Association and the Indiana Non-public Education Association.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Holy Family School often compared to?
Holy Family Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christian Academy Of Indiana by visitors of our site.
What sports does Holy Family School offer?
Holy Family School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Holy Family School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Holy Family School?
The application deadline for Holy Family School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
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We absolutely love our Holy Family family! Our daughter has felt so safe, comfortable, and loved by all the teachers and staff at Holy Family. The families are humble and the school is welcoming to all types of families and economic statuses. The school has wonderful financial aid to help families in need.
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