St. Jerome Elementary School

We are a dynamic, urban school serving the needs of Cleveland's Euclid Beach neighborhood, the Village of Bratenahl, and near suburbs.
We offer a well-rounded Catholic education from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
The primary purpose of Saint Jerome School is to assist our parents in providing a Catholic education where their children learn to live the Gospel and to follow Jesus.
A majority of our graduates go on to Catholic High Schools.
St. Jerome Catholic School follows the curriculum established by the Diocese of Cleveland in compliance with curriculum standards set by the State of Ohio.
The course of study includes Mathematics, Reading, Phonics, Spelling, English, Science, Music, Physical Education, Computer Technology, Art, and Religion.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 241 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
St. Jerome Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • We are a dynamic, urban school serving the needs of Cleveland's Euclid Beach neighborhood, the Village of Bratenahl, and near suburbs. We offer a well-rounded Catholic education from Kindergarten through 8th Grade. The primary purpose of Saint Jerome School is to assist our parents in providing a Catholic education where their children learn to live the Gospel and to follow Jesus. A majority of our graduates go on to Catholic High Schools. St. Jerome Catholic School follows the curriculum established by the Diocese of Cleveland in compliance with curriculum standards set by the State of Ohio. The course of study includes Mathematics, Reading, Phonics, Spelling, English, Science, Music, Physical Education, Computer Technology, Art, and Religion.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Jerome Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Jerome Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Jerome Elementary School located?
St. Jerome Elementary School is located in the North Collinwood neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 2 other private schools located in North Collinwood.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 241 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Cleveland, OH is $8,585 for elementary schools and $12,823 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cleveland, OH is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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