Established in 1991, St. Peter School (grades PreK-8) has an enrollment of 500 students.
Responding to God's call, we the community of St. Peter Catholic School, dedicate ourselves with love to the spiritual growth and academic excellence of our children to prepare them for the journey through this life to the Kingdom of Heaven.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Peter Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
370 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Peter Catholic School's ranking?
St. Peter Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Peter Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to St. Peter Catholic School is College View Academy (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is George Stone Sda Elementary School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lincoln Knowledge Beginnings (1.0 miles away)
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