St Thomas The Apostle School
School Notes Overview:
Saint Thomas the Apostle School is committed to preparing children for life in a respectful and supportive environment by providing a dynamic education centered in Christ.We are a vibrant and growing Catholic school with over 320 students and a dedicated faculty and staff. We look forward to sharing our Mission and Vision with you as you browse through our site or visit us in person. We think you will agree that Saint Thomas is a uniquely special place. Our faculty and staff look forward to meeting you and welcome the opportunity of working with you and your children during these formative years. At St. Thomas we truly believe that parents are the first and primary educators of their children and as such we partner with you in providing your children with the best educational, emotional, and spiritual experience possible. Our Early Childhood teachers are gifted and loving, faith-filled and nurturing…they’re the best…just what your child needs to succeed....
School Overview:
St Thomas The Apostle School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | |
| County | Kent County, MI | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 303 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MI) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 11% | 21% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 49 students | ||
| Kind - 40 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 30 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 30 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 31 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 20 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 21 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 28 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 28 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 26 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 18 teachers | |
This School |
(MI) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:17 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 181 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Saint Thomas the Apostle School is committed to preparing children for life in a respectful and supportive environment by providing a dynamic education centered in Christ.We are a vibrant and growing Catholic school with over 320 students and a dedicated faculty and staff. We look forward to sharing our Mission and Vision with you as you browse through our site or visit us in person. We think you will agree that Saint Thomas is a uniquely special place. Our faculty and staff look forward to meeting you and welcome the opportunity of working with you and your children during these formative years. At St. Thomas we truly believe that parents are the first and primary educators of their children and as such we partner with you in providing your children with the best educational, emotional, and spiritual experience possible. Our Early Childhood teachers are gifted and loving, faith-filled and nurturing…they’re the best…just what your child needs to succeed.
- Profile last updated: 02/16/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (49506) | School Zip (49506) |
(MI) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 33,864 people | 9,937,974 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 54% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 34 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.6 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $52,248 | $46,742 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.7 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 58 years old | 46 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (49506) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 74% / 26% | 71% / 29% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- St. Stephen School - 262 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
- St Isidore Catholic Elementary School - 116 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
- Oakdale Christian School - 326 students - 1.3 mi. away - view location
- Plymouth Christian Elementary School - 234 students - 1.4 mi. away - view location
- St. Andrew Elementary School - 175 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
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