Padre Pio Academy

Padre Pio Academy is a private, non-tax supported, independent school founded with the help of God's grace by Catholics loyal to the Magisterium of the Church.
The mission of the school is to transmit the Catholic Faith to elementary school children within the context of a rigorous academic program.
The school integrates an orthodox Catholic religious formation program that includes daily prayer, devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and regular celebration of the sacraments.
In imitation of our saintly patron, Padre Pio Academy is committed to a pious and sober approach to daily life.
We offer our students a classical curriculum built on the great works of Western Civilization.
The mission of Padre Pio Academy is to give our children the gift of our Catholic Faith.
Padre Pio Academy seeks to instill in its pupils the inflamed love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ that will burn throughout their lives, undimmed by the winds of this world.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2003
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
School Motto
Sursum Corda!

Student Body

Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Padre Pio Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,500 for one child, $7,350 for two children, $9,450 for three children
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Padre Pio Academy?
The application deadline for Padre Pio Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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