St. Catherine Elementary School (2026 Profile)

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St. Catherine Elementary School

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St. Catherine Elementary School serves 48 students in grades Kindergarten-6, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).

The student:teacher of St. Catherine Elementary School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 48 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-6

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1916

Student Body

Total Students

48 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

15%

State avg.: 14%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

10 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

3 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Ralph Dyrness

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School Notes

School Motto: Inspiring excellence through faith, learning, and service.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 48 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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