St. Jude Catholic School presently provides education for Pre-school through 8th grade students of the parish.
The mission of the school is to educate each child spiritually, academically, and socially; guiding each to live a Christian life anchored in Catholic values.
Currently, approximately 250 of the parish youth attend the Catholic school, an inclusive education school, St.
Jude serves all the children of the parish who are registered members of St.
Jude and are living within the boundaries of the church.
Some classes have a waiting list. Volunteers are welcome to help in the lunchroom, classroom, library, computer lab, and various activities including health services throughout the year.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Jude Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Jude Catholic School often compared to?
St. Jude Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Patrick Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Jude Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Jude Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Jude Catholic School located?
St. Jude Catholic School is located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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