St. Cecilia Cathedral School

Welcome to St. Cecilia Cathedral Grade School, theU.S.Departmentof Education award-winning elementary school of theSt.CeciliaCathedral parish in Omaha, Nebraska.
Founded in 1907, St. CeciliaSchool educates childreninPreKindergarten through 8th grade.
St.Cecilia is committed to fostering a dynamiclearningenvironmentthat proclaims and models Christian faith,worship, andprayer andservice.
In 2007, St. Cecilia was one of only two schools inNebraskatoreceive a "Blue Ribbon" award for academic excellencefrom theU.S.Department of Education.
St. Cecilia's academicstrength is built on strongparentinvolvement and a dedicatedfaculty that averages 22 yearsofexperience.
Our goal is to workwith parents to provide their childrenaneducation of the highestquality and to build a strongfoundationfor success in high schooland beyond.
The mission of St. Cecilia Cathedral Catholic School istoteachand live the Catholic faith within a caring,nurturing,family-likecommunity, teach reverence for life andrespect forall, foster eachstudent's academic potential.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 345 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,700
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Cecilia Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1907
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2007

Student Body

Total Students
345 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
St. Cecilia Cathedral School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms from Alamar Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$2700 - For full participating parishioners of St. Cecilia Parish $3650- non-parishioners.
% on Financial Aid
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$660
Admissions Director
Julia Pick, Principal

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
academic competitions, After School Spanish, Archdiocesan Childen's Choir, speech

Club or Organization:
Boy Scouts, chess club, Coding Club, environment / recycling club, Girl Scouts, math club, robotics

Arts and Music Programs:
band

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Grades 5 - 8 boys and girls basketball, Grades 5 - 8 boys and girls track, Grades 6 - 8 boys football, PreK - 8 soccer

School Notes

St. Cecilia Cathedral School Fact Sheet

  • Founded 109 years ago and based on the Dominicantraditionoffaith, morals, and discipline
  • Weekly all-school Mass and daily religion classwithweeklyclassroom visits from the parish priests
  • Emphasis at all grade levels on Service Learningprojectshelpingothers High academic standards and expectationslead todocumentedsuccess in high school and beyond
  • Designated a U.S. Dept. of Education No Child LeftBehindBlueRibbon School in 2007
  • 1 of only 4 metro Catholic elementary schools accredited byNCA/AdvancED Accreditation
  • Before and After School Extended Care
  • "Special" Classes include Music, PhysicalEducation,Computers,Library, and Art
  • Honored with the Creative Ticket Award from the NEArtsCounciland the Kennedy Center
  • Modern library, computer lab, science lab, andanelectronickeyboard lab
  • Sycamore Education online grading and communication system
  • Updated technology including interactivewhiteboards,dataprojectors, document cameras, mobile laptop,Chromebook, andiPadcarts
  • Active Home & School Association andActivitiesBoosterClub
  • Extra-curricular Activities: Robotics, Chess, MathClub,Rootsand Shoots Club, Technology Club, AfterSchoolSpanishAcademiccompetition groups (Book Bowl, Bible Bowl,NationalHistory Day,Math)Band, Camerata Strings Ensemble,ArchdiocesanChildren`sChoir, Operetta, SongfestSports: soccer,volleyball,basketball,baseball, football, trackBoy and GirlScouts
  • On campus Child Care for 6 weeks old to 5 years old
Find out more about St. Cecilia Cathedral School!Visitourwebsite at www.stcecilia.net Call for information or toscheduleatour at 402-556-6655
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Cecilia Cathedral School cost?
St. Cecilia Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $2,700 for private students.
What sports does St. Cecilia Cathedral School offer?
St. Cecilia Cathedral School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Cecilia Cathedral School's ranking?
St. Cecilia Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia Cathedral School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is St. Cecilia Cathedral School located?
St. Cecilia Cathedral School is located in the Joslyn Castle neighborhood of Omaha, NE.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 345 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,700
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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