The mission of St. Charles School, with Jesus Christ as our guide, is to teach the total child by integrating the key areas of human development: spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social.
We continually challenge students to do their personal best in a safe, supportive, and respectful environment that is spiritually and academically rich and prepare them to be life long learners in an ever-changing world.
Rich in tradition, St. Charles School has educated thousands of children, instilling within them, through diverse curricular and extracurricular programs and experiences, a sense of justice, charity, self-worth, and individual dignity.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Charles Catholic 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
Year Founded
1922
Student Body
Total Students
354 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: With Jesus Christ as our guide, we teach our children by enriching the mind, body, and spirit.
- The mission of St. Charles School, with Jesus Christ as our guide, is to teach the total child by integrating the key areas of human development: spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social.
- We continually challenge students to do their personal best in a safe, supportive, and respectful environment that is spiritually and academically rich and prepare them to be life long learners in an ever-changing world.
- Rich in tradition, St. Charles School has educated thousands of children, instilling within them, through diverse curricular and extracurricular programs and experiences, a sense of justice, charity, self-worth, and individual dignity.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What is St. Charles Catholic School's ranking?
St. Charles Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Charles Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Charles Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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