St. Gertrude School
School Notes Overview:
St. Gertrude School is a Catholic, elementary school in the Dominican tradition. In partnership with parents, we offer children an excellent academic and religious education, providing a Christ-centered atmosphere in which students may grow in knowledge, truth, and love. St. Gertrude School embraces a philosophy which is committed to the education of children in partnership with parents, who are the principal educators of their children. The school is wholeheartedly committed to the task of aiding them in developing the total child. Therefore, its program is directed toward the abilities of all its students so that self-worth is enhanced and academic excellence attained. St. Gertrude School seeks to motivate students to live as part of a believing community which works to serve the needs of its society: to foster love of life, love of family and love of country; to reverence this plurality as a wonder of God....
School Overview:
St. Gertrude School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | ||
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | ||
| Year Founded | 1934 | ||
| County | Hamilton County, OH | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 456 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(OH) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | n/a | 19% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Pre-K - 19 students | |||
| Kind - 39 students | |||
| Grade 1 - 49 students | |||
| Grade 2 - 49 students | |||
| Grade 3 - 47 students | |||
| Grade 4 - 54 students | |||
| Grade 5 - 57 students | |||
| Grade 6 - 56 students | |||
| Grade 7 - 32 students | |||
| Grade 8 - 54 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 19 teachers | ||
| Average Class Size | 27 | ||
| Classroom dress code | Formal (Plaid jumper/skirt for girls; navy blue pants/white shirt for boys) |
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This School |
(OH) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:20 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,300 | ||
| Tuition Notes | 2009-2010 3300 for in parish tuition; out of parish tuition 5300 | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 6 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Cheering | Football | ||
| Track and Field | Volley Ball | ||
School Notes:
- St. Gertrude School is a Catholic, elementary school in the Dominican tradition. In partnership with parents, we offer children an excellent academic and religious education, providing a Christ-centered atmosphere in which students may grow in knowledge, truth, and love. St. Gertrude School embraces a philosophy which is committed to the education of children in partnership with parents, who are the principal educators of their children. The school is wholeheartedly committed to the task of aiding them in developing the total child. Therefore, its program is directed toward the abilities of all its students so that self-worth is enhanced and academic excellence attained. St. Gertrude School seeks to motivate students to live as part of a believing community which works to serve the needs of its society: to foster love of life, love of family and love of country; to reverence this plurality as a wonder of God.
- Profile last updated: 06/25/2009
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (45243) | School Zip (45243) |
(OH) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 15,969 people | 11,353,002 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 62% | 21% |
| Population Average Age | 43 years old | 37 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.6 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $78,937 | $43,643 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 7.3 rooms | 5.7 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 52 years old | 47 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (45243) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 92% / 8% | 66% / 34% |
School Map:
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- St Vincent Ferrer School - 203 students - 1.5 mi. away - view location
- Yavneh Day School - 52 students - 1.9 mi. away - view location
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