St. Thomas The Apole Catholic School in Oroville, CA serves grades K–8 with a total enrollment of 138 students in a town community setting.
Founded in 1954, this co–ed California K–8 private school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 28:1 and an average class size of 20.
The school has a Catholic religious affiliation and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Annual tuition is $4,900, placing. Thomas The Apole Catholic School among the more affordable private school options in the area.
Approximately 43% of the udent body represents diverse backgrounds, reflecting the community demographics of Oroville.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,900
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1954
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$4900 per year for a single tuition
$7900 per year for a family tuition
Admissions Director
Kelly Floyd
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School cost?
St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,900 for private students.
What schools are St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School often compared to?
St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Oroville Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School is Maranatha Christian School (12.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Oroville Christian School (2.7 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
3785 Olive Highway
Oroville, CA 95966
(530) 533-2888
Oroville, CA 95966
(530) 533-2888
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Feather River Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
27 Cox Ln
Oroville, CA 95965
(153) 053-3884
Oroville, CA 95965
(153) 053-3884
9.3 miles
Gr: K-7 | 30 students
9539 Racquet Ct
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 684-7903
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 684-7903
76.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 454 students Avg. class size: 36 students Tuition listed
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