St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School

We believe that each child is a special gift from God, an individual to love, nutture and guide to his or her greatest potential.
We belive the purpose of St. Thomas Aquinas School is to assist parents with the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, and cultural development of the child within the guideline of Catholic teaching and moral values.
We believe the school's academic program provides quality education to develop the foundations for students to become lifelong Christian learners.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
379 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • School Motto: 'The soul of education is the education of the soul'
  • We believe that each child is a special gift from God, an individual to love, nutture and guide to his or her greatest potential. We belive the purpose of St. Thomas Aquinas School is to assist parents with the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, and cultural development of the child within the guideline of Catholic teaching and moral values. We believe the school's academic program provides quality education to develop the foundations for students to become lifelong Christian learners.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School often compared to?
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Martha School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School's ranking?
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School located?
St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School is located in the Patriarche Park neighborhood of East Lansing, MI. There are 1 other private schools located in Patriarche Park.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Ingham County, MI is $13,907 for elementary schools and $13,833 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ingham County, MI is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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