St. Columbkille School

St. Columbkille School exists to help students grow in the Catholic faith by providing a caring and loving community atmosphere in which gospel principles are modeled by adults, taught daily, experienced in liturgy, and practiced by the children in mission and service activities.
As an educational institution, we are committed to using all of our resources to help each child to develop to his/her full potential by providing a variety of learning experiences.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,300
  • Average class size: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Columbkille School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1916

Student Body

Total Students
582 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
St. Columbkille School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
28 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see school website and Family Handbook (posted on website)for tuition information.
% on Financial Aid
10%

School Notes

  • The specific mission of St. Columbkille School is to form our students into proficient, responsible, community minded adults, faithful to the Catholic Church and imbued with the love and zeal to serve God, Church and Country through the assimilation of Catholic teachings, moral and social principles as well as academic skills and knowledge.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Columbkille School cost?
St. Columbkille School's tuition is approximately $1,300 for private students.
What is St. Columbkille School's ranking?
St. Columbkille School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Columbkille School?
The application deadline for St. Columbkille School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked NE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,300
  • Average class size: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $4,497 for elementary schools and $8,799 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Nebraska is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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