St. Thomas More School

St. Thomas More School is Pre-K - 8th grade school of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
Located at 788 Ohio Pike in Withamsville (a suburb of Cincinnati), St. Thomas More has a proud tradition of commitment to the spiritual formation of its students and academic excellence. With an enrollment of approximately 220 students and the lowest student-teacher ratio among area private schools, students at the school are provided many opportunities for personal growth in a nurturing learning environment.
For more information or an appointment for a tour, call (513) 753-2540 or email principal@sttm.org.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,695
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas More School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
intervention specialist and speech/language pathologist; reading specialists
Year Founded
1944

Student Body

Total Students
266 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas More School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Blue pants with either red or white polo shirts with school logo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Limited tuition aid is available upon application for members of the parish. Provider for EdChoice Expansion Scholarship
% on Financial Aid
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Candace Hurley
Admissions Associate
Candace Hurley

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Altar Servers, Boy Scouts, Choir, Girl Scouts, Junior High Drama Club, Lego Robotics, Youth Group

Club or Organization:
Yearbook Club

School Notes

  • Faith Formation: religion is taught at all grade levels, with students attending weekly Mass, participating in prayer services and other Catholic traditions, such as the Stations of the Cross and Eucharistic adoration.
  • Curriculum: Core instruction is guided by the state approved Graded Course of Study for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Enrichment classes, including Spanish (grades 5-8), art, music, and PE
  • Technology rules! All classrooms have interactive whiteboards and electronic textbooks. Students in grades 6-8 have 1:1 Chromebooks.
  • Extra curricular offerings include a variety of athletics (volleyball, basketball, softball, track, football), Scouting, Lego Robotics, choir, Yearbook Club
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas More School cost?
St. Thomas More School's tuition is approximately $3,695 for private students.
What schools are St. Thomas More School often compared to?
St. Thomas More Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Bernadette School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Thomas More School?
The acceptance rate of St. Thomas More School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does St. Thomas More School offer?
St. Thomas More School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Thomas More School's ranking?
St. Thomas More School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas More School 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: 266 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,695
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $9,005 for elementary schools and $14,580 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cincinnati, OH is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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