St. Columbkille School

St. Columbkille School serves 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Columbkille School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 93%
  • Average class size: 20 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-5
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011
Campus Size
20
School Motto
Forming disciples of Jesus Christ through Catholic educational excellence.

Student Body

Total Students
285 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
St. Columbkille School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
93%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$11 million
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Columbkille School cost?
St. Columbkille School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Columbkille School?
The acceptance rate of St. Columbkille School is 93%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
When is the application deadline for St. Columbkille School?
The application deadline for St. Columbkille School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 93%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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