Calvary Lutheran School (2025 Profile)

6111 Shelby Street
Indianapolis, IN 46227

Calvary Lutheran School Photo #1 - Kids get to have hands' on experiences starting in Preschool!

Calvary Lutheran School offers a high quality, Christ-centered education for children aged 3 years old through 8th Grade.

We are nestled in a quiet residential community and are easily accessible from Center Grove, Perry, and Franklin Townships.

We are State Accredited and we are a "School of Choice" in Indiana.

We welcome you to call or visit us for more information or a tour!.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 218 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Lutheran Schools Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Resource Teacher on staff

Year Founded

1950

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

218 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 26%

Students by Grade

Calvary Lutheran School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

12%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Variety of school shirts, khaki pants, skirts, and shorts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Please call for tuition plans. Calvary is an Indiana School of Choice and accepts Choice Vouchers.

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,500

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Amy Andre

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

W.A.M.

Club or Organization:
Bible Quiz, GIP and GAP (Youth Group), Jump Rope Club, Lego Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class

School Notes

Calvary Lutheran School provides a Christ-centered education program for Pre-School through 8th grade. God's love provides Calvary Lutheran School with a Christ-centered environment where parents, children, and teachers together foster academic excellence, integrity, and compassion in students as they develop to their fullest potential. We have much to offer our students and families including:Excellent Academic Opportunities (our ISTEP tests are consistently higher than most Public and Private Schools)Full Library/Media CenterAthletics for 5th - 8th GradesVariety of Extracurricular ActivitiesAnd much more!

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Calvary Lutheran School?

The acceptance rate of Calvary Lutheran School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

What sports does Calvary Lutheran School offer?

Calvary Lutheran School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Calvary Lutheran School?

The application deadline for Calvary Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Calvary Lutheran School located?

Calvary Lutheran School is located in the Homecroft neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other private schools located in Homecroft.

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