St. Lawrence O'Toole School is committed to all facets of Catholic education.
We believe strongly that a child's ability to grow in faith is dependent upon an adult community of believers, which consists first of the family and secondly, of church and school.
We are committed to teaching children to think and apply knowledge critically and responsibly in order to make informed and moral choices.
And finally, in addition to basic skills, we believe learning includes cultural awareness, creativity, and successful interpersonal communication.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Year Founded
1985
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Endowment Size
$6 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Unconditional Care
- St. Lawrence O'Toole School is committed to all facets of Catholic education. We believe strongly that a child's ability to grow in faith is dependent upon an adult community of believers, which consists first of the family and secondly, of church and school. We are committed to teaching children to think and apply knowledge critically and responsibly in order to make informed and moral choices. And finally, in addition to basic skills, we believe learning includes cultural awareness, creativity, and successful interpersonal communication.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Seneca Family Of Agencies Maya Angelou Academy?
The application deadline for Seneca Family Of Agencies Maya Angelou Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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