Our Lady of the Elms is the only all-girls, faith-based school grades 1 - 12 with a co-ed preschool and kindergarten in the Cleveland Diocese.
We educate girls and young women to live their lives boldly with purpose, confidence, kindness, resilience, justice and faith.
Our Lady of the Elms School, founded on Catholic principles and enriched by Dominican spirituality, is sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,100
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of The Elms School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1923
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
303 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Plaid Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,100
Tuition Notes
PRE-SCHOOL/PRE-KINDERGARTEN
3 full days (T, W, TH) - $6,250
5 half days - $6,250
5 full days - $8,250ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-5)
$8,000MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 6-8)
$9,200HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12)
$12,100
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Courtney conley
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Faith & Spirituality Team, Power of the Pen, Science Olympiad, Speech and Debate, Spirit Club, The Elms Farm, Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CYO Sports
Faith & Spirituality Team, Power of the Pen, Science Olympiad, Speech and Debate, Spirit Club, The Elms Farm, Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CYO Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: An Elms girl boldly discovers her way: Kind. Confident. Resilient.
- School Mascot: Panther
- Our mission is to educate girls and young women to live their lives boldly with purpose, confidence, kindness, resilience, justice and faith. The Elms is ranked the #1 Best Catholic All-Girls School in the Cleveland Diocese by Niche.com. Known for academic excellence, a caring atmosphere and strong community spirit, we strive to support every girl on her journey to become an inquiring lifelong learner, a compassionate and engaged global citizen and a confident and caring leader. Every girl is inspired to reach her full potential.By the very nature of our mission, the Elms provides an individualized educational experience for every girl. Because we endeavor to inspire each girl to reach her full potential, there are as many different versions of that as there are girls in the school. That said, girls who are curious, open-minded and studious thrive.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of The Elms School cost?
Our Lady Of The Elms School's tuition is approximately $12,100 for private students and $175 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Lady Of The Elms School?
The acceptance rate of Our Lady Of The Elms School is 85%, which is equal to the national average of 85%.
What sports does Our Lady Of The Elms School offer?
Our Lady Of The Elms School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Of The Elms School's ranking?
Our Lady Of The Elms School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of The Elms School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of The Elms School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
I love the community in my school and I can't imagine going anywhere else! When my friends at different school compare their teachers, academics, and peers to my school, there's no contest! I'm just a freshman and I am in LOVE with my school and the people in it. 11/10 would recommend!
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