East And West Catholic Elementary School

East And West Catholic Elementary School in Hartington, NE, offers co–ed Catholic education for grades K through 6 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 59 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 7 full–time teachers.
It is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), reflecting its Catholic religious affiliation.
As a rural elementary private school, it provides education aligned with community needs and values in northeast Nebraska.
Nearby schools include Holy Trinity Elementary and West Catholic Continuation School, providing additional Catholic education options within a 5–mile radius.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6

Student Body

Total Students
59 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

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The application deadline for East And West Catholic Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $6,889 for elementary schools and $10,878 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Nebraska is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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