Lakewood Catholic Academy

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Lakewood Catholic Academy opened in August 2005 as a consolidated Catholic school, joining together four existing Lakewood parish schools: Saint Clement, Saint James, Saint Luke, and Saints Cyril and Methodius.
Today, we serve students ages six weeks old through 8th grade.
We are one of the largest Catholic early childhood learning facilities in the state of Ohio, as well as the only Catholic school in the state to offer an International Baccalaureate middle school program.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 637 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,335
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Lakewood Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2005
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2023

Student Body

Total Students
637 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Lakewood Catholic Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
23 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Prescribed School Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Separate tuition rates apply for families who are active parishioners in a founding parish or other diocesan parish, or who have no parish affiliation.
% on Financial Aid
90%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Admissions Director
Patrick Straffen

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Challenge, Art Club, Be The Change Club, Healthy Habits Club, Jump Rope Club, Junior Model United Nations, Knitting Club, Power of the Pen, Saints Theatre Society, Singing Saints, Student Ambassadors

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lakewood Catholic Academy cost?
Lakewood Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $5,335 for private students.
What sports does Lakewood Catholic Academy offer?
Lakewood Catholic Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Lacrosse, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Lakewood Catholic Academy's ranking?
Lakewood Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Lakewood Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Lakewood Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 637 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,335
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cuyahoga County, OH is $8,721 for elementary schools and $15,263 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cuyahoga County, OH is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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