St. Francis de Sales School opened its doors to the children of the Portage Lakes Area in September of 1950.
The school has grown from 4 classrooms with 174 students to its present 18 classrooms with 346 students.
St. Francis de Sales School serves the surrounding communities of Coventry, Green, and Manchester.
Our school Mission is to form within the school a truly Catholic community founded in prayer and an openness to the Spirit of Jesus.
It is the school's mission to enhance the Catholic faith life of each child in all phases of education and to develop gifts to serve others and glorify God.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis De Sales Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
366 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Francis De Sales Parish School's ranking?
St. Francis De Sales Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis De Sales Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Francis De Sales Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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