Gesu Catholic School is a faith community in which students, Preschool to Grade 8, are encouraged to develop their intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social, and physical gifts to their fullest potential.
Students are taught Christian principles to guide them in making moral decisions as they live out their Christian role of service in the global community.
Gesu Catholic School, founded in 1926 is proud of its heritage and hopeful about its future.
Every member of the Gesu School staff has a strong commitment to meeting the developmental needs of the total child and allowing each child the opportunity to explore the potential God has given them.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,100
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Gesu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
716 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam! All for the Greater Glory of God!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gesu Elementary School cost?
Gesu Elementary School's tuition is approximately $7,100 for private students.
What is Gesu Elementary School's ranking?
Gesu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Gesu Elementary School?
The application deadline for Gesu Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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