Roncalli High School is an interparochial archdiocesan Catholic high school.
Roncalli High School features an array of college and life preparatory courses in a variety of areas. Roncalli's advanced level courses, or its honors and AP courses, are designed to encourage accelerated students to work and achieve at a more intense level than is possible in other classes.
Students are encouraged to develop creative skills, analyze situations and problems with inductive and deductive reasoning, and to see beyond the assigned pages of an assignment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,177 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,615
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Roncalli High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003
Student Body
Total Students
1,177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
28 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki or navy pants and RHS polo or sweatshirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,615
Admissions Director
Allie Ross
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Roncalli High School is an interparochial archdiocesan Catholic high school. The term interparochial refers to the fact that the school receives financial and pastoral support, along with the majority of its students, from the 14 parishes that comprise the South Deanery of the Indianapolis Archdiocese. The school is named Roncalli in honor of Cardinal Angelo Roncalli, who, upon being elected pope by the College of Cardinals in 1958, took the name of Pope John XXIII.Established in 1969, through the consolidation of Chartrand High School and Kennedy Memorial High School, Roncalli today serves over 1,050 students. The majority of students are enrolled in a college preparatory curriculum but the school offers a comprehensive curriculum for students of all levels of ability. Since the initiation of the special needs resource program in 1993, over 100 students with a variety of learning disabilities are served through our award winning STARS program.Roncalli has three times - 1993, 1998, and 2003 - been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. It is the only high school in Indiana to have achieved this distinction three times.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Roncalli High School cost?
Roncalli High School's tuition is approximately $13,615 for private students.
What schools are Roncalli High School often compared to?
Roncalli High School is often viewed alongside schools like Cathedral High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Roncalli High School offer?
Roncalli High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Roncalli High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.
What is Roncalli High School's ranking?
Roncalli High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Roncalli High School?
The application deadline for Roncalli High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Roncalli High School located?
Roncalli High School is located in the Carson Square neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other private schools located in Carson Square.
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