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Mater Dei Academy

3695 Elm St
Columbus, OH 43213

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Mater Dei Academy is a private, independent elementary school that was founded in 1970 by a group of parents.

Governed by a Board of Directors, the school provides teachings that are consistent with the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church as expressed in the Baltimore Catechism and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

Mater Dei Academy was established for the formation of children in the tradition of an authentically Catholic education.

The teachers serve as role models and provide superior academic instruction in an atmosphere graced by charity, self-discipline, prayer and faith. Students pray the Rosary each day and reflect on the Stations of the Cross during Lent.

Parents are expected to uphold the philosophy and goals of the Academy, and are respected as the primary educators of their children.

Students are challenged by a Classical Curriculum that stresses high academic standards and the importance of laying a solid foundation of learning.

Catechism, phonics, grammar, writing, and mathematics are emphasized in the lower grades.

In the upper grades, higher-level mathematics, science, Western Civilization and the foundations of the American Heritage are presented, as well as more in-depth studies of the spiritual and moral teachings of the Church.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-9
Enrollment: 13 students
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-9

Year Founded

1971

Student Body

Total Students

13 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

4 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Girls: plaid jumper and white peter pan collar shirt. Boys: navy blue pants, light blue button down oxford shirt, and navy blue tie.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Please visit materdeiacademy.org/admissions for tuition information.

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Loyal to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church

Mater Dei Academy is a private, independent elementary school that was founded in 1970 by a group of parents.
Governed by a Board of Directors, the school provides teachings that are consistent with the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church as expressed in the Baltimore Catechism and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Mater Dei Academy was established for the formation of children in the tradition of an authentically Catholic education.
The teachers serve as role models and provide superior academic instruction in an atmosphere graced by charity, self-discipline, prayer and faith. Students pray the Rosary each day and reflect on the Stations of the Cross during Lent.
Parents are expected to uphold the philosophy and goals of the Academy, and are respected as the primary educators of their children.
Students are challenged by a ClassicalCurriculum that stresses high academic standards and the importance of laying a solid foundation of learning.
Catechism, phonics, grammar, writing, and mathematics are emphasized in the lower grades.
In the upper grades, higher-level mathematics, science, Western Civilization and the foundations of the American Heritage are presented, as well as more in-depth studies of the spiritual and moral teachings of the Church.

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-9
Enrollment: 13 students
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Columbus, OH is $12,744 for elementary schools and $19,100 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbus, OH is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).