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St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School

1331 N Main St
Elkhart, IN 46514

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Tel: (574) 264-4855

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The mission of Saint Thomas the Apostle School is to guide each child in living the Gospel message of Jesus Christ.

Academic excellence will be achieved through diverse and challenging learning experiences.

Each student will also develop the qualities necessary to face the demands of life, while serving God and others, in an ever changing society.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 275 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Student Body

Total Students

275 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 26%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 275 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Elkhart County, IN is $7,691 for elementary schools and $7,876 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).