The Cardinal Maida Academy provides positive, spiritual and educational guidance for our students by bringing together traditional and innovative teaching models, the use of technological resources and dedicated, faith-filled, caring faculty and staff.
We envision each student having a foundation of morals and values necessary to make a difference as they progress through life.
Cardinal Maida Academy is a Christ-centered regional Catholic elementary school.
Our foundation of Christian values and high academic achievement is the core to our long standing tradition of excellence.
We strive to educate our students through a variety of teaching styles and academic programs to meet the needs of each individual child.
Cardinal Maida Academy, founded in 1922, is dedicated to develop our students' Catholic faith through our religious curriculum and daily prayer.
It is our mission to honor our past and value its lessons to create a vibrant future.
Philosophy Cardinal Maida Academy honors our past, present and future students by maintaining a climate of high moral, spiritual and academic expectations.
A partnership must exist between our parents, pastors and school which exemplify a Christ-centered partnership for the success of our children.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Maida Academy?
The application deadline for Cardinal Maida Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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