St. Mel School (2025 Profile)

14440 Triskett Road
Cleveland, OH 44111

St. Mel School exists to develop the talents and abilities of tomorrow's citizens.

St. Mel School exists for the total development of each individual child spiritually, intellectually, socially and physically.

Through the combined efforts of our community, church, parents and educators, the school emphasizes Christian education in order to help students internalize those values, which will make them secure in their beliefs, and able to cope with a continually changing world.

We believe that all children can learn and that the knowledge they acquire through study and experience, will enable them to think logically and independently in order to achieve the greatest possible development of potential.

At St. Mel School, we are committed to providing a safe, positive learning/working environment for everyone in our school.

We aspire to foster respect for staff and students, for one another and all whom we meet.

We recognize the personal dignity of each person we meet.

We make every effort to develop students academically, spiritually, socially and physically according to the individual potential of each child.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 290 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

290 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

St. Mel School exists to develop the talents and abilities of tomorrow's citizens. St. Mel School exists for the total development of each individual child spiritually, intellectually, socially and physically. Through the combined efforts of our community, church, parents and educators, the school emphasizes Christian education in order to help students internalize those values, which will make them secure in their beliefs, and able to cope with a continually changing world. We believe that all children can learn and that the knowledge they acquire through study and experience, will enable them to think logically and independently in order to achieve the greatest possible development of potential. At St. Mel School, we are committed to providing a safe, positive learning/working environment for everyone in our school. We aspire to foster respect for staff and students, for one another and all whom we meet. We recognize the personal dignity of each person we meet. We make every effort to develop students academically, spiritually, socially and physically according to the individual potential of each child.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are St. Mel School often compared to?

St. Mel School is often viewed alongside schools like Our Lady Of Angels School, St. Mark School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for St. Mel School?

The application deadline for St. Mel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Mel School located?

St. Mel School is located in the Kamms Corners neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 5 other private schools located in Kamms Corners.

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