St. Patrick Catholic School

St. Patrick Catholic School in Parsons, KS serves 110 udents from preschool through 8th grade in a town–based setting with a Catholic religious affiliation.
Founded in 1882, the school offers a formal dress code and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
The udent–teacher ratio of 9:1, with an average class size of 12 and 40% of teachers holding advanced degrees.
The school enrolls a diverse udent body with 18% students of color and provides summer school programs.
Tuition rates for. Patrick Catholic School align with Kansas private elementary school averages, supporting families seeking affordable Catholic education in Parsons.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Patrick Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1882
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
St. Patrick Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Anyone is welcome to enroll at St. Patrick Catholic School. Members of St. Patrick Catholic Church or any Catholic Parish are not required to pay tuition for grades K-8 because it is part of our stewardship model. Tuition for other church members is $20
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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Scholar Bowl

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Patrick Catholic School offer?
St. Patrick Catholic School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is St. Patrick Catholic School's ranking?
St. Patrick Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Kansas is $9,763 for elementary schools and $13,349 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kansas is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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