Mater Dei Academy

Mater Dei Academy is a private, independent elementary school that was founded in 1970 by a group of parents.
Governed by a Board of Directors, the school provides teachings that are consistent with the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church as expressed in the Baltimore Catechism and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Mater Dei Academy was established for the formation of children in the tradition of an authentically Catholic education.
The teachers serve as role models and provide superior academic instruction in an atmosphere graced by charity, self-discipline, prayer and faith. Students pray the Rosary each day and reflect on the Stations of the Cross during Lent.
Parents are expected to uphold the philosophy and goals of the Academy, and are respected as the primary educators of their children.
Students are challenged by a Classical Curriculum that stresses high academic standards and the importance of laying a solid foundation of learning.
Catechism, phonics, grammar, writing, and mathematics are emphasized in the lower grades.
In the upper grades, higher-level mathematics, science, Western Civilization and the foundations of the American Heritage are presented, as well as more in-depth studies of the spiritual and moral teachings of the Church.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1971

Student Body

Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Mater Dei Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
4 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Girls: plaid jumper and white peter pan collar shirt. Boys: navy blue pants, light blue button down oxford shirt, and navy blue tie.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please visit materdeiacademy.org/admissions for tuition information.

School Notes

  • Mater Dei Academy is a private, independent elementary school that was founded in 1970 by a group of parents.
  • Governed by a Board of Directors, the school provides teachings that are consistent with the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church as expressed in the Baltimore Catechism and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
  • Mater Dei Academy was established for the formation of children in the tradition of an authentically Catholic education.
  • The teachers serve as role models and provide superior academic instruction in an atmosphere graced by charity, self-discipline, prayer and faith. Students pray the Rosary each day and reflect on the Stations of the Cross during Lent.
  • Parents are expected to uphold the philosophy and goals of the Academy, and are respected as the primary educators of their children.
  • Students are challenged by a ClassicalCurriculum that stresses high academic standards and the importance of laying a solid foundation of learning.
  • Catechism, phonics, grammar, writing, and mathematics are emphasized in the lower grades.
  • In the upper grades, higher-level mathematics, science, Western Civilization and the foundations of the American Heritage are presented, as well as more in-depth studies of the spiritual and moral teachings of the Church.
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Mater Dei Academy?
The application deadline for Mater Dei Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Average class size: 4 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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