St. Peter Cathedral Center School (Closed 2015)

Cathedral Center School has been providing a Catholic education for the children of Erie since 1897.
Saint Peter Cathedral Center School is a Catholic Christian community dedicated to excellence in education.
This community of faculty, staff, and parents works together to nurture the academic, social, spiritual, artistic, and physical development of the students.
The purpose of Saint Peter Cathedral Center is to actively integrate the spiritual and intellectual development of each child consistent with his or her potential.
In order for this to materialize, the emotional, social and physical needs of the child must be met also.
This strong academic curriculum is enhanced by art, physical education, music, and technology programs.
Parents are encouraged to be supportive and to become involved in all phases of their child's education, both spiritually and academically.
Through the teaching process, the teacher assists parents in helping the child form Christian values and attitudes.
These principles and beliefs are the motivating factors that influence the daily experiences of the school.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
268 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Peter Cathedral Center School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Peter Cathedral Center School?
The application deadline for St. Peter Cathedral Center School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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