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Reitz Memorial High School

Private | 9-12 | 791 students

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5 stars

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Posted May 17, 2011

Both my daughters graduated from Memorial, and there are not enough words to describe my satisfaction with this school. They were both well-prepared for college and have excelled there as well. Even though Memorial is a Catholic school, they accept students of all religions and walks of life, which also supports the cultural diversity of the school. You will not find another Catholic school anywhere that rivals Memorial in academics, diversity, spirit, faculty/staff, and athletics. GO TIGERS!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 25, 2010

My son graduated from Memorial High School and my husband and I consider our decision to send him there one of the best choices we've made. The school has excellent teachers, a caring administrative staff and a commitment to nurture both the academic and spiritual growth of its students. After attending Memorial, our son was well prepared for his college experience and is thriving in his new environment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 5, 2009

I work in the public school system in Evansville and wouldn't send my child to any school other than Memorial. The expectations far exceed the public school system. The school spirt is amazing!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 29, 2009

I love this school so far!!! The homework is not fun though. :( But overall its a fantastic school!! :)
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 27, 2009

I LOVE going to Memorial. It really is like one big family. I really like how you get to know most people at school. It really is the perfect size. There is something for everyone. We have THE BEST school spirit in Indiana by far. Students excel in both school work and in sports.
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 22, 2008

great school. great teachers. great education!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 16, 2007

This is a very well-rounded, challenging, environment where students are expected to take their education and future seriously. They are taught respect and responsibility. Every teacher that my daughter asked for extra help made themselves available. Even though we are not Catholic, my husband and I are very glad our daughter is going to Memorial.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 17, 2005

This is a very good school. The Parent & Teacher involvment is the very Best. The school is very caring. The students are pushed to achieve their very best. The involvment between the parent's and teachers helps the student to achieve. When my child once got sick at school they took very good care of her until I get her to the hospital. This is the most caring school I have been in. Students learn to deal with everyday life and issues from very caring teachers. Plus God is a part of everyday learning and prayer for one another is very important. I cannot say enough good things about our school. Five Star!
—Submitted by MHS Caring Parent, a parent


Posted February 23, 2004

My children were well prepared for college after attending Memorial. They were far ahead of some of the students they met in their Freshman and Sophomore level college classes at Indiana University and Ball State.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Grade level

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 70% in 2012.

94 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
75%
Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 46% in 2012.

172 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
71%
English

The state average for English was 78% in 2012.

214 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
91%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the End-of-Course (ECA) assessment to test students in middle and high school in Algebra I, Biology I, and English 10. The ECA is a criterion-referenced assessment developed specifically for students completing their instruction in Algebra I, Biology I, or English 10. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

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8 / 10
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8

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*Test scores are based on 2012 ISTEP and ECA results from the state of Indiana.

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 95% 74%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
Black 1% 12%
Hispanic 1% 7%
Multiracial 1% 4%
American Indian N/A 0%
Source: IN Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 4%N/AN/A
English learners 1%N/AN/A
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 4%N/AN/A
Source: IN Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/AN/A
Source: NCES, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs Cynthia Schneider
Gender
  • Coed
Affiliation
  • Roman Catholic
Associations
  • NCEA
Fax number
  • (812) 474-2942

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1500 Lincoln Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
Phone: (812) 476-4973

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