St. Jude Elementary School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

The primary mission of St. Jude Catholic School is to prepare the children to become adult Catholic Christians.
Stewardship plays an important role in the lives of people who seek to follow Christ.
Becoming a disciple of Christ leads naturally to the practice of stewardship, the giving of one's time, talent, and treasure in return for the blessings God has given.
All Catholics are called to be stewards of God's gifts.
Therefore, this shared trust involves all in the parish.
St. Jude parishioners with children in the school exercise stewardship to both the school and the parish.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 464 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Jude Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other special emphasis association(s)
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Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Jude Elementary School
Pre-K	44
Kind	25
1	40
2	40
3	43
4	41
5	68
6	43
7	54
8	66

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Year Founded

1929

Student Body

Total Students

464 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 26%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

The primary mission of St. Jude Catholic School is to prepare the children to become adult Catholic Christians. Stewardship plays an important role in the lives of people who seek to follow Christ. Becoming a disciple of Christ leads naturally to the practice of stewardship, the giving of one's time, talent, and treasure in return for the blessings God has given. All Catholics are called to be stewards of God's gifts. Therefore, this shared trust involves all in the parish. St. Jude parishioners with children in the school exercise stewardship to both the school and the parish.

Source: Verified school update

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What is St. Jude Elementary School's ranking?

St. Jude Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Jude Elementary School?

The application deadline for St. Jude Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Jude Elementary School located?

St. Jude Elementary School is located in the North Anthony neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.

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