St. Patricia Elementary School Photo #1 - St. Patricia School is a Catholic educational community, dedicated to the total growth and development of the child. This is achieved by encouraging positive spiritual, moral, aesthetic, ethical and social sensibilities within the fabric of family, school, parish and community.

St. Patricia Elementary School

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 199 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,980
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
199 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Patricia Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
69%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Visit our website for more information
% on Financial Aid
5%
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Garden Club, Grammar Gurus, Junior Honor Society, Parent/Teacher Club, School Board, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball Teams, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball

School Notes

  • School Motto: Educating the whole child is important to us at St. Patricia.
  • St. Patricia School strives to instill values for a lifetime through a tradition of academic excellence firmly rooted in a tradition of faith.St. Patricia School understands choosing a school for your child is one of the biggest investments parents make for their children. The school provides information regarding PreK to 8th-grade faith-based curriculum, enrichment programs, competitive sports, and technology and science labs, along with further details regarding onsite before and after school daycare, standardized test scores, and alumni accomplishments.We invite you for a school tour to meet our students, faculty, staff, and parents and get a better sense of what St. Patricia has to offer your family.
  • Schedule apersonal tour, or register for astudent shadow day. Call the office at 708-598-8200 or emailcmazurek@stpatriciaparish.com jnowinski@stpatriciaparish.com
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Patricia Elementary School cost?
St. Patricia Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,980 for private students.
What sports does St. Patricia Elementary School offer?
St. Patricia Elementary School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Patricia Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Patricia Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
I'm an alumni. I remember St. Patricia School with fondness. I attending this school for eight (8) years when there was a much bigger enrollment. It's great to see that this school is still thriving in today's world. I received a wonderful education there.
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5  
"It is a blessing that our grandson, Luke Parde, attends such a wonderful Catholic School! Luke loves St. Patricia's, and we are so happy that he is so happy. The Catholic identity, faith formation, and service outreach are all nurtured in a beautiful family atmosphere. Kudos to your school and parish staff! God bless you."-Frank & Denise Sedlak, grandparents of 1st grader, Luke Parde
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 199 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,980
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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