Espirito Santo Parochial School
Tel:
(508) 672-2229
Welcome to Espirito Santo Parochial School! We hope that this website can serve as a starting point for you, as you learn more about our school family.For over 100 years, our school has been in operation, as it officially opened on September 19th, 1910.
Fast forward to today, and Espirito Santo Parochial School is still an important part of the community.
We pride ourselves in being a community, filled with faith, love, and hope.
As our mission states, we educate the whole child, morally, spiritually and intellectually, within a caring Christian environment. As the Principal of our school, I strive to achieve our mission everyday, and continue to build our school into the future.
Teaching our students to work hard, helping our brothers and sisters, and preserve our Portuguese heritage is a key to our school.Espirito Santo Parochial School students come from Fall River, and surrounding communities, including Westport, Dartmouth, Freetown, Somerset, Swansea and New Bedford.
Our graduates are prepared for a successful high school transition, and have achieved great success.You can follow our Facebook page to keep up-to-date with our events! Also, if you are an alumni, we would love to hear from you.Thank you for visiting, and please feel free to contact us with your questions, or feedback.
Sincerely, Mr. Andrew J. Raposo, M.Ed Principal & Director of Religious Education Espirito Santo School & Espirito Santo Church.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 216 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Espirito Santo Parochial School places among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
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- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) New England Association of Schools and Colleges |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1910 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 216 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 1% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 13 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 17:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 75% |
| Average Class Size | 19 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (School Uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition is for K-8, see our website for up to date information.https://www.espiritosantoschool.org/financial-aid/ |
| % on Financial Aid | 75% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,500 |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 2 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, SoccerBasketball, Soccer, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 6 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Homework Club, Robotics, Student Council Arts and Music Programs: Choir Recreational Athletic Programs: CYO Basketball, Soccer |
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School Reviews
| 5 Love this school ,my child goes to ES and I also went there as a child .wish Espirto santo school would go up to 12 grade ,it's would be nice. - Posted by Parent - Parent |
| 5 For over 100 years, our school has been in operation, as it officially opened on September 19th, 1910. Fast forward to today, and Espirito Santo Parochial School is still an important part of the community. We pride ourselves in being a community, filled with faith, love, and hope. As our mission states, we educate the whole child, morally, spiritually and intellectually, within a caring Christian environment. As the Principal of our school, I strive to achieve our mission everyday, and continue to build our school into the future. Teaching our students to work hard, helping our brothers and sisters, and preserve our Portuguese heritage is a key to our school.Espirito Santo Parochial School students come from Fall River, and surrounding communities, including Westport, Dartmouth, Freetown, Somerset, Swansea and New Bedford. Our graduates are prepared for a successful high school transition, and have achieved great success.You can follow our Facebook page to keep up-to-date with our events! Also, if you are an alumni, we would love to hear from you. Thank you for visiting, and please feel free to contact us with your questions, or feedback.Sincerely,Mr. Andrew J. Raposo, M.EdPrincipal & Director of Religious EducationEspirito Santo School & Espirito Santo Church - Posted by Administrator - Andrew Raposo |
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