St. Gerald School helps each child to be prepared to live a faith-filled life by being part of a Christian community, participating in liturgies adapted to his/her age, being well prepared for the reception of the sacraments and by spiritual formation.
St. Gerald has a high academic standard and students have consistently scored high in academic testing.
St. Gerald teachers are highly qualified and believe deeply in Catholic education.
They are dedicated to creating the best learning opportunities possible for each student.
As the school philosophy states, each child is developed in four ways: spiritually, mentally, physically and socially in an atmosphere of prayer, sacraments, commandments and service.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Gerald School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
275 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- St. Gerald of Mayo, monk and abbot -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Gerald School cost?
St. Gerald School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Gerald School?
St. Gerald School famous alumni include: St. Gerald of Mayo, monk and abbot.
When is the application deadline for St. Gerald School?
The application deadline for St. Gerald School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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