Ascension School vs. St. Clare Of Assisi School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Student Body
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Overview
Ascension School recognizes that each individual is a child of God having a divine origin and an eternal destiny.
In an atmosphere of trust, openness and respect, each student is guided first to the idea and then to the realization of a process of formation which helps each child achieve understanding, acceptance and utilization of his/her God-given talents.
Ascension School provides opportunities for fostering the growth of religious attitudes, moral behavior and academic achievement.
Every student is challenged to strive for excellence at the highest possible level of formation.
St. Clare of Assisi School is a Catholic elementary school in the Archdiocese of St. Louis whose mission is to be a visible faith community.
Enriched by our Catholic tradition, we educate the whole child spiritually and academically, recognizing and encouraging each individual's unique gifts.
Our school community is committed to proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ in all our words and actions, nurturing community within our parish.
We educate the whole child spiritually and academically, recognizing and encouraging each individual's unique gifts.
Catholic elementary schools are child-centered and are committed to providing strong academic and developmental programs which enable children to grow to their full potential.
They empower the children to meet the challenges of living in an ever-changing racially and culturally diverse world.
The faculty and staff of these schools are faith-filled, dedicated, knowledgeable and competent in their professions, and strive to meet the individual needs of the children.
Grades Offered
K-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Year Founded
1941
1979
Students Body
Total Students
461 students
204 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
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Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
38
Kindergarten Students
57
17
Grade 1 Students
49
16
Grade 2 Students
73
22
Grade 3 Students
55
19
Grade 4 Students
54
16
Grade 5 Students
66
15
Grade 6 Students
33
15
Grade 7 Students
39
23
Grade 8 Students
35
23
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
20 teachers
Average Class Size
21
15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:19
1:10
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniforms vary between Primary, Intermediate, and Middle School)
(Uniforms vary between Primary, Intermediate, and Middle School)
Formal
(uniforms)
(uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$6,780
$6,255
Tuition Notes
Two children: $10,845, Three or More Children: $14,229
Scholarships available
Admissions Director
Christe Windler
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Admissions Associate
Mrs. Christe Windler
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
3
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
2
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Chess Team, Lacrosse
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