St. Francis Catholic School, in partnership with parents, is committed to providing a safe, caring environment where students can learn gospel living, gain a quality education,and witness to a non-violent way of life.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,250
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / Aug. 18 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Francis School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
235 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
boys -navy pants and white polo shirt girls plaid jumper or skirt with white blouse
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Apr. 1 / Aug. 18 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Ten monthly payments of $425
Cleveland Scholarship and Tutoring Program and Ed. Choice vouchers accepted
% on Financial Aid
99%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,250
Admissions Director
Sr. Karen Somerville
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- Quality academic programs
- Value-centered education
- Safe and caring environment
- State-of-the-art technology
- Interactive whiteboards in all rooms
- Wireless Internet connection
- Federal hot lunch/breakfast program
- Peacebuilders program
- After school care
- Academic clubs
- CYO sports
- Music and Art programs
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis School cost?
St. Francis School's tuition is approximately $4,250 for private students.
What schools are St. Francis School often compared to?
St. Francis School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas Aquinas School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Francis School offer?
St. Francis School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is St. Francis School's ranking?
St. Francis School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis School?
The application deadline for St. Francis School is Apr. 1 / Aug. 18 / rolling (applications are due on Apr. 1 / Aug. 18 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Francis School located?
St. Francis School is located in the St Clair Superior neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 1 other private schools located in St Clair Superior.
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People that viewed St. Francis School also viewed these schools: St. Thomas Aquinas School, St. Adalbert Catholic School, Archbishop Lyke School-our Lady Of Peace Campus, Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Parish School and Mary Queen Of Peace School.
The nearest high school to St. Francis School is St. Martin De Porres School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Thomas Aquinas School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is KinderCare Learning Center at University Circle (1.4 miles away)
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St. Thomas Aquinas School![St. Thomas Aquinas School Photo]( "St. Thomas Aquinas School Photo")
(Catholic)
9101 Superior Ave
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 421-4668
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 421-4668
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Adalbert Catholic School
(Catholic)
2345 E 83rd Street
Cleveland, OH 44104
(216) 881-6250
Cleveland, OH 44104
(216) 881-6250
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 490 students Tuition listed
12406 Buckingham Ave
Cleveland, OH 44120
(216) 795-7161
Cleveland, OH 44120
(216) 795-7161
3.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 117 students
1355 W. 70th Street
Cleveland, OH 44102
(216) 281-7146
Cleveland, OH 44102
(216) 281-7146
5.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mary Queen Of Peace School
(Catholic)
4419 Pearl Road
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 741-3685
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 741-3685
6.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 295 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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