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St. Michael School

1315 1st Ave South Sioux City, NE 68776

Tel: (402) 494-1526

www.smcsssc.com

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 180 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,850
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 180 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,850
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Michael School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Michael School
Pre-K	18
Kind	20
1	19
2	17
3	20
4	21
5	9
6	19
7	15
8	22

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1954

Student Body

Total Students

180 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

91%

State avg.: 20%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

khaki or navy pants, white or navy polo shirt

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,850

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Tuition Notes

Money should not be the deciding factor in choosing Catholic education. We work with all families to make Catholic education affordable.

% on Financial Aid

70%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$900

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sandy Williams

Admissions Associate

Jeannie Mahaney

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

ArcheryBasketball

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubChess Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirDrama Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

After School ProgramDodgeball

School Notes

St. Michael Catholic is a small, culturally diverse school that is proud to promote a family atmosphere dedicated to high academics while living our faith and promoting the gospel values..

School Motto: Three things are necessary to everyone: truth of faith which brings understanding, love of Christ which brings compassion, and endurance of hope which brings perseverance.
School Mascot: Eagle

St. Michael Catholic is a small, culturally diverse school that is proud to promote a family atmosphere dedicated to high academics while living our faith and promoting the gospel values..

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Michael School cost?

St. Michael School's tuition is approximately $2,850 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Michael School?

The acceptance rate of St. Michael School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.

What sports does St. Michael School offer?

St. Michael School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for St. Michael School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $6,916 for elementary schools and $10,894 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Nebraska is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).