St. Patrick School PK-12 vs. Ss Peter & Paul Elementary School
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Ss Peter & Paul Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Overview
St. Patrick School has been providing an enriching Catholic education for children in grades first through eight for for over 100 years and through grade twelve for over 60 years.
We are committed to providing a learning environment for all students to develop in mind, body and spirit.
At St. Patrick, students experience a challenging curriculum integrated with Catholic values that prepare them for a changing world.
Our curriculum meets Diocesan, State, and National Standards and is designed to prepare students for higher learning.
College preparatory classes, 1:1 chromebook program, access to the Ionia County Career Center courses, and a school to work program complement the core curriculum.
Students in all grades participate in daily prayer, twice weekly liturgies, retreats, and service projects help build their spirituality and character.
Together with parents and parishioners, SS. Peter & Paul School strives to instill in all students Catholic-Christian values and excellent academic standards.
A committed staff, utilizing current educational strategies and technology, assists our school family in motivating all students spiritually, academically, socially, culturally and physically.
As a community of believers we assist students in developing their God-given potential for their life long journey as learners.
Grades Offered
NS-12
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
1906
1904
Students Body
Total Students
388 students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
9%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
56
-
Pre-K Students
30
40
Kindergarten Students
30
15
Grade 1 Students
22
13
Grade 2 Students
18
8
Grade 3 Students
23
8
Grade 4 Students
28
9
Grade 5 Students
18
14
Grade 6 Students
22
5
Grade 7 Students
23
9
Grade 8 Students
25
8
Grade 9 Students
24
-
Grade 10 Students
23
-
Grade 11 Students
20
-
Grade 12 Students
26
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
6 teachers
Average Class Size
23
15
Number of AP Classes
4
n/a
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(School Uniforms Required)
(School Uniforms Required)
Formal
(New uniform requirement for 2008. Visit website for details)
(New uniform requirement for 2008. Visit website for details)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$4,400
$2,950
Tuition Notes
High school students pay an additional $600.00 and there is a 50 registration fee for all students
2 students @$4020; 3 students at $4,550. These are parishioner rates. Non member tuitions costs are higher. Call for more information.
Acceptance Rate
99%
100%
Admissions Director
Mr. Randy Hodge
n/a
Admissions Associate
Cassey Lenneman
n/a
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12
2
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
1
n/a
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Chess Club