Mater Dei Academy
Committed to Christ-Centered education, Mater Dei Academy strives for the total intellectual, moral, social and physical growth of each child; who assisted by parents and teachers, lives out the gospel values of Jesus through worship, use of talents, and service.
The school guides the students to become responsible and loving Catholics.
The philosophy of Mater Dei Academy is rooted in the conviction that Catholic Schools realize the threefold purpose of Christian education: to teach doctrine, to build community, to serve.
Mater Dei Academy exists for the total intellectual, moral, social and physical development of the child.
Christian education is intended to make ones faith become living conscious and active, through the light of instruction.
In preparing youth for life in our modern, ever-changing society, both parents and teachers must give them more than human and material values.
By their lives, as much as by their instruction, parents and teachers strive to bear witness to the "Good News of Christ.".
Quick Stats (2021)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 273 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,200
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Mater Dei Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences; offer JP Scholarships for those who qualify
Year Founded
2010
Student Body
Total Students
273 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
21 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniform skirts; khaki pants, polo shirts)
(Uniform skirts; khaki pants, polo shirts)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
EdChoice and EdChoice Expansion is available for those who qualify.
% on Financial Aid
90%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Committed to Christ-Centered education, Mater Dei Academy strives for the total intellectual, moral, social and physical growth of each child; who assisted by parents and teachers, lives out the gospel values of Jesus through worship, use of talents, and service.
- The school guides the students to become responsible and loving Catholics.
- The philosophy of Mater Dei Academy is rooted in the conviction that Catholic Schools realize the threefold purpose of Christian education to teach doctrine, to build community, to serve.
- Mater Dei Academy exists for the total intellectual, moral, social and physical development of the child.
- Catholic education is intended to make ones faith become living conscious and active, through the light of instruction.
- In preparing youth for life in our modern, ever-changing society, both parents and teachers must give them more than human and material values.
- By their lives, as much as by their instruction, parents and teachers strive to bear witness to the "Good News of Christ.".
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