St. Pius X School

7200 Sarto Drive

School District
Grade

K-8
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by student on November 29, 2023

It is the best school in the world.
Submitted by student on November 28, 2023

This is a great school I go here and it’s best!
Submitted by parent on July 14, 2021

Our son required extra attention because of his ADHD. The school was willing to provide additional support, and we thought very highly of the specialist who was tasked with providing this support (unlike his teacher who after ~30 years just seems tired and no longer up to the job). However, the school was extremely unwilling to abide by the interventions recommended by a well-respected third party child psychologist who performed the testing and confirmation of our son's diagnosis. To be fair to the school, some of the interventions I didn't expect the school to perform. However, there were a number of reasonable interventions that I was surprised they weren't willing to go along with. They very much wanted to handle the situation their own way contrary to expert advice, which led me to suspect they preferred we just move to another school. In other words, I think we were "counselled out". We are fortunate enough to have the means to attend a better school. So, upon learning of the school's intransigence, we quickly decided to depart for greener pastures. My son is thriving in his new school and I'm glad we made the decision to transfer him. However, it still bothers me to think how if we weren't of such means that he'd be stuck in a situation in which we knew he wouldn't be receiving the attention he needed and might have remained chronically underperforming. This scenario is not unique to this school. It is a mindset that befalls nearly all of status quo thinking in education. To be sure, St. Pius is better than many private schools in the city and most public schools. But, other than the Leader in Me program, which we thought highly of, there are very few progressive (small "p" progressive) educational concepts to point to that are being practiced at St. Pius. Among the schools in its variety, it is seemingly high-performing. However, it's variety is best described by the classic industrial-style of education; a worksheet factory with traditional pedagogy (rightly or wrongly) oriented toward demonstrating value through summative assessments; the type of school where, perhaps unknowingly or unintentionally, they excel more at producing workers than authentic learners. Of course, this works well for many students and families, and I don't mean to take away from that. To emphasize, many are well-served by this school. But, if your student needs engagement, hands-on, or experiential learning, consider looking elsewhere.
Submitted by student on March 01, 2018

St.Pius X is an amazing school I couldn't ask for a better school to go to. The parish is like a community everyone is welcoming and loving
Submitted by student on June 10, 2017

my experience here has been awful. the teachers expect too much and get you in trouble for the worst reasons. i've seen a lot of bullying and the teachers do nothing to stop it. the resource program isn't that great and almost every teacher picks favorites. one of the teachers has been hitting on students and makes them feel really uncomfortable. the school lunches are terrible and unhealthy but are also expensive. one middle school teacher has lost a few of my important projects and also told a kid that his aunt knows that what she's doing is wrong and is going to hell for being lesbian. it feels like you're living the same day over and over stuck with the same classes and terrible teachers. i hope to switch to another school and please don't make the mistake of sending your kid here.
Submitted by parent on February 18, 2017

So far we've had 3 children and now a grandchild attend SPX. This is by far the most diverse and welcoming school experience we could have ever hoped for. Exceptional in filling the spiritual, emotional, educational and moral formation of children
Submitted by parent on September 08, 2016

We cannot imagine any other school in the Indianapolis area for our two children, Connor (8 years old, 3rd grade) and Erin (5 years old, Kindergarten). St. Pius X Catholic School is a warm, tightly-knit school community where we know are children are taken care of. The staff, administration and parent volunteers all work together to provide an atmosphere perfect for learning and growth. A few of our favorite things include the Leader In Me Process, singing “All You Works of God” as a school/church family at Wednesday morning mass, All Saints Day in first grade, the third grade play, First Communion and the hard work from Mrs. Austin and Mrs. Stocker in second grade and Mother’s Mass for our special eighth grade Moms. Our school is rich in tradition and one of the most important traditions is the success of our students upon graduation. Our staff and teachers do a wonderful job instilling the skills needed to succeed beyond 8th grade and in life. We can’t say enough good things about all that St. Pius has to offer our children and more importantly, our entire family.
Submitted by parent on September 02, 2016

My oldest child just graduated from St. Pius X and is now excelling in high school. My other two children love St. Pius. They are challenged academically, strengthened spiritually, and enhanced socially and through the extracurricular activities offered. The St. Pius school community is like family. As a parent, what I love the most is that SPX is helping your child grow into a well-rounded person who uses their leadership skills, academic strengths, and work ethic to serve others and to accomplish their own goals.
Submitted by parent on September 11, 2014

We absolutely love this school. The teachers are fantastic. The whole staff is warm and welcoming. The best decision we could have made for our precious child.
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2014

St. Pius X offers academic excellence for our students and helps them grow in many ways inside and outside the classroom. They promote character development and leadership among the students.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2013

My children are receiving an excellent education at St. Pius. Students are academically challenged and are well prepared for high school. Teachers are very willing to help students that need extra help. Weekly school and classroom newsletters are posted to keep parents informed. My children love their school and church community. There are many extra curricular activities for students to participate in. There is a great sense of school pride shown as students represent their school at various activities.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2013

Our family has been a part of SPX parish for five years, and we have been a part of the school for four years. Both of our kids have found the school to be challenging academically, and the environment is loving and nurturing. They are truly cultivating 'whole children.' The spiritual aspect of the education is important to us, and the level of volunteerism among parents is exceptional -- it feels like a family to us and we're so glad we chose SPX.
Submitted by parent on December 16, 2013

St. Pius is a wonderful school! I have had an amazing experience there with my 3 children!
Submitted by parent on December 14, 2013

We have had a fantastic experience with all three of our children at St. Pius X over the last 11 years. The faculty, staff and community are warm and caring and we all look out for one another. My oldest child is now in high school and was extremely well prepared for this next step.
Submitted by parent on December 13, 2013

St. Pius X Catholic Elementary School is a wonderful place to send your children. We have been thrilled with the education our children have been receiving there. The teachers and staff are very caring and involved. St. Pius teaches our children to be self motivated leaders!
Submitted by parent on December 13, 2013

I have two children attending St Pius X. We looked at many schools in the area and found St Pius to be welcoming, academically challenging and family based. My kids do struggle at times with academics and St Pius has been wonderful getting them the resources they need to succeed. We always feel we can talk to the teachers and principle about any topics. I love the volunteer opportunities. It's a way to be more involved in my children's world. They are creating well rounded young people. I feel happy that my two children are in a safe and loving environment. They love being there and that makes us happy parents
Submitted by parent on May 02, 2013

Our family loves St. Pius X. The teachers and Principal are fantastic and work with you as parents and for our children. Our children love going to St. Pius. The parent involvement is wonderful.
Submitted by parent on January 30, 2013

I have found the school experience of my 3, very different, children to be exceptional at St Pius. I cannot believe so many negative reviews are posted here. Clearly, per human nature, we are more easily inspired to complain than to take time to praise goodness. As I said, my children were all at very different levels academically (one gifted, one solidly average, and one with a learning disability). All three were treated with love and dignity. All were taught well. And, all are doing quite well beyond grade school and middle school. My experience has been one of Christ centered curriculum and caring faculty and staff. I am grateful that St Pius was an option for our family.
Submitted by parent on November 16, 2012

Terrible, Terrible school. My child has all kinds of emotional problems from going here. Do not judge a book by it's cover...the only reason it has high ISTEP scores is because they are very selective about which children they want in their school. Also, way too much homework, my family is held hostage each night over hours of homework. Just be aware, the environment can be very stressful and emotionally detrimental to many children.
Submitted by parent on October 15, 2012

Do not choose this school for your child unless he/she is absolutely perfect. They do not know how to help children with any type of challenging issues. If you like a school that sends your child to the principal's office for 3 hours at a time for discipline and then leaves them in a room there so they don't have to deal with them (and not telling you), then this is the right school for you! This is not a loving environment. However, the more money you make, the more you will be loved here. They put too many children in one classroom with as many as 27 and 28 in some. After 5 unsuccessful years with a very intelligent child we are leaving this school.