St. Cecilia School (Closed 2015)

St. Cecilia School, established in 1930, is a Catholic, co-educational parish elementary school dedicated to the wholistic development of each individual.
There are two sections of each grade, Kindergarten through Grade Eight, with an average class size of thirty students.
St. Cecilia School is a Catholic elementary school dedicated to the religious, academic, social, psychological, cultural, and physical development of each individual.
St. Cecilia School is committed to providing instruction and opportunities in a Catholic community of faith which will lead the children to pray, to serve and respect others, and to make Christian choices.
Parents, as primary educators, and teachers, as facilitators of learning, work together to provide a quality education that assists students in developing their unique capabilities and prepares them to become responsible citizens.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Cecilia School located?
St. Cecilia School is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.

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