Mater Dei High School was constructed in 1949 on the west side of Evansville, Indiana as a Catholic, coed, high school to serve the needs of a growing community.
Mater Dei is one of two Catholic high schools that serve the students of Vanderburgh, Posey, and Warrick counties.
Mater Dei is a college prep school with approximately 95% of our students going on to college.
Mater Dei offers a wide array of extracurricular programs including but not limited to athletics, theater, music, speech, super mileage team, academic bowl teams, and numerous other clubs and organizations.
Mater Dei offers a well-rounded college prep curriculum emphasizing the natural sciences, career skills, technology, and competence in math and English.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mater Dei High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
489 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1128
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants, dress shoes, approved MD logo polo and/or fleece
School Colors
Red, Gold
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
41%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,500
Admissions Director
Jill Seiler
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Super Bowl Team, Euchre Club, German Club, Mater Dei Dance Marathon for Riley Hospital, Mater Dei Teen Power, National Honor Society, Peer Mediation, Pep Club, Robotics Club, Service Club, Spanish Club, Speech Team, Spell Bowl, Student Council, Student Publications, Supermileage Team, Teens for Life
Arts and Music Programs:
Art/Photography Club, Band, Concert Choir, Dance Cats, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery, Bowling, Lacrosse, Trap Shooting, Ultimate Frisbee
Academic Super Bowl Team, Euchre Club, German Club, Mater Dei Dance Marathon for Riley Hospital, Mater Dei Teen Power, National Honor Society, Peer Mediation, Pep Club, Robotics Club, Service Club, Spanish Club, Speech Team, Spell Bowl, Student Council, Student Publications, Supermileage Team, Teens for Life
Arts and Music Programs:
Art/Photography Club, Band, Concert Choir, Dance Cats, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery, Bowling, Lacrosse, Trap Shooting, Ultimate Frisbee
School Notes
- Mater Dei High School is committed to being a school of choice for all families.
- We strive to create an educational environment based on Gospel values, which recognizes the needs and differences in individuals and empowers students to meet the demands and challenges of a rapidly changing and morally complex world.
- Mater Dei is built on the cornerstones of spiritual growth, academic excellence, service to others, and social development.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mater Dei High School often compared to?
Mater Dei High School is often viewed alongside schools like Reitz Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Mater Dei High School offer?
Mater Dei High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling. Mater Dei High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.
What is Mater Dei High School's ranking?
Mater Dei High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Mater Dei High School?
The application deadline for Mater Dei High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mater Dei High School located?
Mater Dei High School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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School Reviews
5 2/23/2019
My husband and I couldn't be happier with our choice to send out two children to Mater Dei. Our son graduated in 2018 and is now attending IU at the Kelley School of Business. We feel Mater Dei not only helped him excel in high school but also deepened his faith and has propelled him to succeed in his adult life. We could not be happier with our students' education and the lifelong friends we both have met through the school.
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