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Seton Catholic School

Private | PK-6 | 291 students

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5 stars

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2010:
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Posted July 22, 2011

Seton provides everything a student needs for the present and future. They have old fashion values that are missing in public schools. The teachers, staff, and administration are truly dedicated to seeing that students are well rounded. The principals are involved and aren't swayed by politics or sports activities. Every student is important and valuable. Families are involved and cared about the community. Seton totally rocks!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 9, 2011

Seton does a great job of providing the small school atmoshere while minimizing the negative side effects. I enrolled in 7th grade and I never felt alienated or uncomfortable as the new guy. The class is small enough that you are basically forced to become friends with everybody. That has the potential to stunt your social growth, but I never felt that way either. The people in my class adjusted very well the the much larger Richmond High School with that time came. The individual attention is superb. They seem to favor reality over policy when dealing with academic, disciplinary, or extra-cirricular issues. It's hard to describe just how refreshing that is. The dress code was a little over the top, but that's ok. I really have very few negative things to say about Seton. If you don't mind ditching your wardrobe and you don't mind getting killed in sports, I would highly recommend this school as an alternative to the "big box" operation that is Richmond Community Schools.


Posted February 24, 2011

Seton or St. Elizabeth Ann Seton schools provides a wonderful place for your child. Besides getting a excellent education, you will get a feeling of community and family. It has high expectations and teaches your child life skills that will last a lifetime.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 2, 2010

As a former Seton star , I am now sending my children there and highly recommend Seton to other families in the community! Not only does Seton provide a wonderful education; they teach students Christian values they can carry with them for their entire lives!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 24, 2009

Excellent education, excellent teachers! Always a positive learning environment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 19, 2009

Best school in Wayne County! Great teachers, great kids, excellent discipline, high expectations....worth every cent.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

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.
English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 85% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
92%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
78%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. 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

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 82% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
86%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
71%
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
89%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. 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

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 78% in 2012.

30 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
81%
Math

The state average for Math was 86% in 2012.

30 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
81%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 67% in 2012.

30 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
91%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. 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

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 78% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
84%
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 64% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
74%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. 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

GreatSchools Rating

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Academic rating
10 / 10
Climate rating
Not available

This school's GreatSchools Rating is based on academics (90%) and climate (10%). The academic rating measures students' test scores, academic growth and college readiness. The climate rating measures safety, cleanliness, parent involvement and more.

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Academic rating

The academic rating is made up of equally-weighted parts: students' test scores, their academic growth (for elementary and middle schools) and their readiness for college (for high schools). The graphs below compare this school's results in each area to other schools in the city and state. Growth and college readiness ratings are coming soon, pending publication of 2012 data.
Overall academic rating

10

Above average

Test score rating 2012*
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City
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10
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Student growth rating 2012**
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City
State
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10
This school
Reading growth
Above average
Math growth
Above average

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

**The academic growth rating measures how schools affect student test score improvement over time in reading and math. Data is from the 2012 school year and is provided by the Indiana Department of Education.

Climate ratings

Climate rating for this school is not yet available.

Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 92% 74%
Multiracial 3% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
Black 2% 12%
Hispanic 2% 7%
American Indian N/A 0%
Source: IN Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 7%N/AN/A
English learners 0%N/AN/A
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 14%N/AN/A
Source: IN Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/AN/A
Source: NCES, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs Cynthia Johnson
Gender
  • Coed
Affiliation
  • Roman Catholic
Associations
  • NCEA
Fax number
  • (765) 962-5381

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801 W Main St
Richmond, IN 47374
Phone: (765) 962-4877

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