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..
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
Top Rankings
St. Michael School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and 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 and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Book ClubChess Club
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirDrama Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School ProgramDodgeball
School Notes
- 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
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Michael School is Bishop Heelan Catholic High School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Pauls Lutheran School (1.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 49 students
Bishop Heelan Catholic High School ![Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities]( "Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities")
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
1.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,365 students
2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 52 students
Mater Dei School ![Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students]( "Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students")
(Catholic)
3719 Ridge Ave
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 214 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bishop Heelan Catholic High School ![Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities]( "Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities")
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-0573
1.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,365 students
2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 52 students
6000 Gordon Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 341 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Gehlen Catholic School
(Catholic)
709 Plymouth St Ne
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4181
Le Mars, IA 51031
(712) 546-4181
25.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 49 students
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,365 students
2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 52 students
Mater Dei School ![Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students]( "Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students")
(Catholic)
3719 Ridge Ave
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 214 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3030 Jackson St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
3.2 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 253 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 49 students
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,365 students
Mater Dei School ![Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students]( "Mater Dei School Photo - Our teachers care about their students")
(Catholic)
3719 Ridge Ave
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-6216
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 214 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart School ![Sacred Heart School Photo - Sacred Heart offers kindergarten through the eighth grade]( "Sacred Heart School Photo - Sacred Heart offers kindergarten through the eighth grade")
(Catholic)
5010 Military Rd
Sioux City, IA 51103
(712) 233-1624
Sioux City, IA 51103
(712) 233-1624
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 351 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6000 Gordon Drive
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 276-4732
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 341 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 2nd Ave
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1917
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1917
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Covington Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2116 A Street
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-4238
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-4238
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
2300 C St
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-3501
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-3501
0.7 miles
Gr: PK | 238 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Harney Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Arbor Drive
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1446
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1446
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Cardinal Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 E 29th Street
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1662
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1662
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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