Owensboro Catholic Schools share in the mission of the Church in cooperation with families to provide a religious and academic education, which prepares students to become responsible members of the family, Church and community.
The philosophy of the Owensboro Catholic Schools is one centered on the total development of the Christian child: spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, cultural, emotional and physical.
It is our belief that the function of the educator is to nurture this development of students as persons of the community, supporting and building on the faith-life of the child which is begun in the home.
We believe in the importance of a stable environment in which each member of the school family will be comforted and challenged by the Gospel message.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked KY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
403 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
21 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Aces
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3 often compared to?
Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3 is often viewed alongside schools like Maximilian Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3's ranking?
Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3 ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3?
The application deadline for Owensboro Catholic Elementary K-3 is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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