Inspired by the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, St. Patrick School and Educational Center makes known the Goodness of God by providing for the educational needs of children, youth and adults within a caring, culturally diverse environment based upon Gospel values.
St. Patrick School and Educational Center is a family of students, teachers and parents who share belief in God and form a community of welcome and respect for all.
We are committed to excellence in education. We believe all children are learners and recognize that they, as we, have different styles of learning.
In our instruction and evaluation we make conscious effort to recognize and respond to these differences.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,700
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Saint Patrick School And Education Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1852
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 9, 2026
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 10, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
100 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Application URL
School Notes
- Inspired by the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, St. Patrick School and Educational Center makes known the Goodness of God by providing for the educational needs of children, youth and adults within a caring, culturally diverse environment based upon Gospel values. St. Patrick School and Educational Center is a family of students, teachers and parents who share belief in God and form a community of welcome and respect for all. We are committed to excellence in education. We believe all children are learners and recognize that they, as we, have different styles of learning. In our instruction and evaluation we make conscious effort to recognize and respond to these differences.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Saint Patrick School And Education Center cost?
Saint Patrick School And Education Center's tuition is approximately $4,700 for private students.
What is Saint Patrick School And Education Center's ranking?
Saint Patrick School And Education Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Saint Patrick School And Education Center?
The application deadline for Saint Patrick School And Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Saint Patrick School And Education Center located?
Saint Patrick School And Education Center is located in the The Acre neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 3 other private schools located in The Acre.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Saint Patrick School And Education Center is Lowell Catholic (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Hellenic American Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
41 Broadway St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 108 students Tuition listed
Lowell Day Nursery
Alternative School
119 Hall St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-5981
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-5981
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 84 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
C.t.i.childrens Corner D C C
Daycare / Preschool
554 Pawtucket St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 125 students
218 E. Merrimack St.
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 319 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Saint Michael School ![Saint Michael School Photo]( "Saint Michael School Photo")
(Catholic)
21 6th St
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lowell Catholic ![Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds.]( "Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds.")
(Catholic)
530 Stevens St
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lighthouse School, Inc
Special Education School
25 Wellman Ave
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 251-4050
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 251-4050
3.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 155 students
Ne Pediatric School
Special Education School
78 Boston Rd
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
North Billerica, MA 01862
(978) 667-5123
3.8 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 57 students Tuition listed
Crossroads Christian School ![Crossroads Christian School Photo]( "Crossroads Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
43 Atwood Rd
Pelham, NH 03076
(603) 635-8788
Pelham, NH 03076
(603) 635-8788
5.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 280 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
180 Middlesex Road
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 649-7611
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 649-7611
5.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
41 Broadway St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 108 students Tuition listed
218 E. Merrimack St.
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 319 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Saint Michael School ![Saint Michael School Photo]( "Saint Michael School Photo")
(Catholic)
21 6th St
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Community Christian Academy
(Christian)
105 Princeton Blvd
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Atlas Academy
Montessori School
112 Sladen St.
Dracut, MA 01826
(978) 905-8165
Dracut, MA 01826
(978) 905-8165
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-4 | 61 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
41 Broadway St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 108 students Tuition listed
Lowell Day Nursery
Alternative School
119 Hall St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-5981
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-5981
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 84 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
C.t.i.childrens Corner D C C
Daycare / Preschool
554 Pawtucket St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 125 students
218 E. Merrimack St.
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 319 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Saint Michael School ![Saint Michael School Photo]( "Saint Michael School Photo")
(Catholic)
21 6th St
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Berlin Memorial School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
34 South Street
Berlin, MA 01503
(978) 838-2417
Berlin, MA 01503
(978) 838-2417
9493.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Clinton Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 West Boylston Street
Clinton, MA 01510
(978) 365-4208
Clinton, MA 01510
(978) 365-4208
9493.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 582 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Marlborough High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
431 Bolton Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 460-3500
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 460-3500
9493.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 985 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Assabet Valley Vocational High School
Vocational School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Fitchburg Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-9430
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-9430
9493.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,144 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Clinton Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 West Boylston Street
Clinton, MA 01510
(978) 365-4220
Clinton, MA 01510
(978) 365-4220
9493.7 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 573 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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