Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School

Cardinal Pacelli School is dedicated to providing the highest quality education for its students while nurturing the Catholic faith and upholding Christian values.
By encouraging the growth and development of each individual, Cardinal Pacelli School is committed to fostering the spiritual, academic, emotional, and physical well-being or each member of the Cardinal Pacelli family enabling them to become valuable members serving their Church and community.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 401 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008

Student Body

Total Students
401 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School's ranking?
Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School?
The application deadline for Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School located?
Cardinal Pacelli Elementary School is located in the Mount Lookout neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 1 other private schools located in Mount Lookout.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 401 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Cincinnati, OH is $8,734 for elementary schools and $17,684 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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