St. Thomas Aquinas School

St. Thomas Aquinas School serves 117 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Thomas Aquinas School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,400
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas Aquinas School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
In 2025-2026, all tuition will be paid by the ESA
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas Aquinas School cost?
St. Thomas Aquinas School's tuition is approximately $6,400 for private students.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,400
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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