Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,915
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,915
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extra-curric.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Awards
Student Body
Total Students
445 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 26%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
53%
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki pants and school approved polo shirt
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP CalculusAP Chemistry
AP Language and CompAP Literature and Comp
AP U.S. HistoryAP United States Government
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
New guidelines allow tuition assistance to nearly 90% of all Indiana residents with assistants for out of state residents as well!
% on Financial Aid
90%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Phil Kahn
Admissions Associate
Tania Kahn
Application URL
Endowment Size
$6 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Hilltopper
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Academic TeamChess Club
French ClubModel UN
NHSNJHS
Spanish ClubSpanish Cultural Society
Spell BowlStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama/TheaterMarching Band/ Pep Band
Winter Guard
School Notes
- Founded in 1954, Shawe Memorial is a co-educational Catholic school for grades 7-12. Shawe is affiliated with the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. It is through students, parents, faculty, and administration that Shawe Memorial continues the tradition of excellence in Catholic Education. Today, Shawe Memorial offers a quality education to 164 students from Madison, Jefferson County and surrounding communities.
- Shawe Memorial provides a quality education based on Catholic values and traditions in a safe and nurturing environment. We welcome all children and encourage family involvement to help students reach their potential while serving God and others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School cost?
Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School's tuition is approximately $5,915 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School?
The acceptance rate of Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What sports does Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School offer?
Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for most sports offered.
What is Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School's ranking?
Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School?
The application deadline for Shawe Memorial Junior Senior High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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