At Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School students receive daily lessons on morality, spirituality and service to others through modeling, classroom instruction and community experiences.
Our academic program follows the Indiana and Archdiocesan standards, and our annual ISTEP scores rank among the highest in the state. OLPH is also recognized nationally for its NCA Accreditation status.
OLPH Catholic School knows that parents are the first teachers for their children.
We encourage parents to be good role models by supporting and practicing first and foremost our Catholic tradition of daily prayer, receiving the sacraments and attending mass on Sunday.
In addition, we recognize that students benefit most when parents and school work in partnership.
We encourage volunteerism and good communication between home and school. Animated by the Holy Spirit and rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition, the faculty and staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School strive to be a nurturing community in which all our children may grow in age, wisdom and grace on their way to full maturity in Christ.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School forms leaders of tomorrow by expanding minds, touching hearts, and nurturing spirits through the traditions and teachings of the Catholic faith.
Student Body
Total Students
411 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
Algebra/Spanish
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Catholic uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Current tuition rates are on the website
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Admissions Director
Connie Andres
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Please call the school office at 812-944-7676 for more information.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School often compared to?
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Family School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School offer?
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School vs. Holy Family School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School is Christian Academy Of Indiana (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Grace Lutheran School (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grace Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: NS | 100 students 0.6 miles 1787 Klerner Ln
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 941-1912
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 941-1912
0.6
NS
100
Christian Academy Of Indiana
(Christian)
Grades: K-12 | 709 students 1.1 miles 1000 Academy Drive
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 944-6200
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 944-6200
1.1
K-12
709
Our Lady Of Providence High School
(Catholic)
Grades: 9-12 | 350 students 1.7 miles 707 Providence Way
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 945-2538
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 945-2538
1.7
9-12
350
Grades: PK-8 | 263 students 1.8 miles 217 W Daisy Lane
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 944-6090
New Albany, IN 47150
(812) 944-6090
1.8
PK-8
263
Grades: PK-8 | 243 students 3.2 miles 320 N Sherwood Ave
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-2144
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-2144
3.2
PK-8
243
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