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St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School

1380 Bird St
Oroville, CA 95965
St. Thomas The Apole Catholic School in Oroville, CA serves grades K–8 with a total enrollment of 138 students in a town community setting.
Founded in 1954, this co–ed California K–8 private school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 28:1 and an average class size of 20.
The school has a Catholic religious affiliation and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Annual tuition is $4,900, placing. Thomas The Apole Catholic School among the more affordable private school options in the area.
Approximately 43% of the udent body represents diverse backgrounds, reflecting the community demographics of Oroville.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,900
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Affordability

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1954

Student Body

Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$4900 per year for a single tuition $7900 per year for a family tuition
Admissions Director
Kelly Floyd
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School cost?
St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,900 for private students.
What schools are St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School often compared to?
St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Oroville Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 138 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,900
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Butte County, CA is $5,386 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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