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St. Nicholas Catholic School

5.00 (1 review)

6459 E Saint Nicholas Drive Sunman, IN 47041

Tel: (812) 623-2348

school.stnicholas-sunman.org

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 176 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,125
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 176 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,125
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Nicholas Catholic School
Pre-K	30
Kind	13
1	22
2	18
3	18
4	20
5	17
6	14
7	16
8	8

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Title I Assistance for Remedial Instruction

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Student Body

Total Students

176 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Plain, solid color navy or tan slacks and plain, solid color white, or navy shirts. Grades K-3-Skirts or Jumpers

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,125

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Tuition Notes

We are very blessed by God as one of the few Catholic Schools that are still tuition-free. By prayer and faithful commitments to the Parish/School,we have been able to pay our bills,while retaining a professional teaching staff and a healthy enrollment.

% on Financial Aid

75%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,800

Admissions Director

Sherri Kirschner

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

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ArcheryBasketball

CheeringVolleyball

School Notes

Saint Nicholas Catholic School is a co-ed, Roman Catholic school serving 152 students in kindergarten through eighth grades. Affiliated with Saint Nicholas Parish in Sunman, Indiana, of Ripley County, the school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1.
It is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). Rated an Exemplary School~PL 221(Indiana's version of No Child Left Behind) St. Nicholas is accredited through the Indiana Department of Education.
Detailed information about the school can be obtained from the Indiana Department of Education, the Private School Review, or by contacting the school.

Saint Nicholas Catholic School is a co-ed, Roman Catholic school serving 152 students in kindergarten through eighth grades. Affiliated with Saint Nicholas Parish in Sunman, Indiana, of Ripley County, the school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1. It is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). Rated an Exemplary School~PL 221(Indiana's version of No Child Left Behind)St. Nicholas is accredited through the Indiana Department of Education. Detailed information about the school can be obtained from the Indiana Department of Education, the Private School Review, or by contacting the school.

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How much does St. Nicholas Catholic School cost?

St. Nicholas Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,125 for private students.

What schools are St. Nicholas Catholic School often compared to?

St. Nicholas Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Louis School, St. Mary Elementary School by visitors of our site.

What sports does St. Nicholas Catholic School offer?

St. Nicholas Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for St. Nicholas Catholic School?

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

School Reviews

5 10/27/2012

Great school! Good curriculum, great staff, a positive community. The only drawback is limited extracurricular activities.

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