Spalding Academy in Spalding, NE, is a rural Catholic co–educational school serving grades PK through 12 with a total enrollment of 82 students.
Founded in 1901, the school has 15 teachers and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1.
The school reports 9.38% student diversity within its PK–12 enrollment.
As a Catholic school affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association, Spalding Academy offers a combined elementary and secondary education program.
Spalding Academy serves families seeking a rural NE Catholic PK–12 school with small class sizes and religious instruction.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Students with IEPs
Year Founded
1901
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Gospel values in a strong academic setting.
- * Strong Catholic Identity based on the Dominican Charisms: study, prayer, community and service.
- *Strong College Preparatory Academic Program students graduating with 6 math classes and 6 science classes, 4 years of Theology, History and English along with 2 years of foreign language and other electives. Many students taking dual college credit classes.
- *Elementary students test above National Average on Terra Nova Tests. Strong base for Math, Science, and Social Studies taught in the middle grades.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Distinguished Alumni
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Spalding Academy?
Spalding Academy famous alumni include: Distinguished Alumni.
When is the application deadline for Spalding Academy?
The application deadline for Spalding Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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