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- St. Thomas More Catholic School's mission is to provide an education for each child in a God-centered environment.
- The principles of Catholic Christianity are the basis of our existence. Students should be respected as individuals who learn differently. Teachers' reasonable expectations guide students toward developing responsibility, self-discipline, creativity, and compassion. Students learn to value the ministry of community service. Education encourages teachers and students to be life-long learners.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | as per assessment and parent meeting |
| Year Founded | 1964 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 464 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 20%
State avg.: 18% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 35 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 20%
|
| Average Class Size | 22 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (See downloadable parent/student agreement for uniform details) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,450 |
| Tuition Notes | higher tuition for non-parish families, lower tuition for PreK and 3 year old program. |
| Acceptance Rate | 95%
National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Beth Ferrel |
| Admissions Associate | Linda Raymond |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | band, battle of the books, chess, chorus band, chess, chorus, battle of the books, |
School Notes
- Students must have positive recommendations from sending school, and work at or near grade level in all subject areas. Any exceptions to that will fall under an accommodations review to determine the best match between a student's special needs and the capacity of our resources.
Profile last updated: 01/11/2016
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