St. Patrick School (Closed 2020)

Saint Patrick School, a Roman Catholic school, has been educating the students of Roxbury, MA since 1867.
Saint Patrick School is committed to serving generations of students and families, providing Catholic doctrine, Christian values and a strong academic curriculum in a nurturing and peaceful environment.
St. Patrick School continues to teach the values of truth, morality and spirituality to a richly diverse population.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1887

Student Body

Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
St. Patrick School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy Blue pants, Light Blue Button down shirt, navy tie, black shoes. Girls: Hunter plaid jumper, yellow peter pan collar shirt, red girl's tie, navy blue tights, black shoes

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial Aid and scholarships are available.
% on Financial Aid
80%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Ms. Rivas

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Hand Bells, Piano Lessons, School Choir

School Notes

  • Serving Pre-K (ages 2.9) to 6th Grade
  • Catholic Urban Partnership - Automatic enrollment into Cathedral High School Grades 7-12. to ensure a seamless educational path in Catholic School from preschool all the way through to college
  • We have a FREE before school program that starts at 6:45 am
  • The school day runs from 7:30 am - 2:40 pm
  • We have FREE breakfast & lunch for all students
  • We ACCEPT childcare vouchers
  • Enriching curriculum for all grades
  • 1:1 student: technology ratio
  • Challenging curriculum for all grades
  • We have a low-cost after-school program
  • Our Mission StatementSt. Patrick T.E.A.M.S UP towards student successTruth
  • Excellence
  • Academics
  • Morality
  • Spirituality
  • Saint Patrick School is committed to serving generations of students and families, providing Catholic Doctrine, Christian values and a strong academic curriculum in a nurturing and peaceful environment. St. Patrick School continues to teach the values of truth, morality, and spirituality to a richly diverse population within the heart of the inner city of Boston.
  • What is the CUP?
  • St. Patrick School andOur Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School are proud to collaborate with Cathedral 7-12 High School in Roxbury together on a Catholic, urban education partnership to createa prekindergartenthrough college education model in Boston. The partnership, rooted in gospel values, will better prepare Boston`s students for college and leadership for life.Together, the schools are aligning curriculum and instructional practices while increasing academic, social, and emotional supports for students. The partnership started in the 2014-2015 academic year when Mission Grammar concentrated on an enhanced pre-K through6thgradeeducation while Cathedral continues to build an academically rigorous 7ththrough12th gradecollege preparatory program. Partnered with Cathedral`s guidance support for students all the way through college graduation, the Catholic Urban Partnership creates a seamless pathway from pre-K through college diploma for Boston youth. In 2018, St. Patrick School joined the partnership to create the same opportunities for the students of St. Patrick School.The partnership generates positive changes for both schools which have been offering Catholic urban education for a combined 215+ years. Both schools are increasing professional development and training for faulty while simultaneously reducing overall class size for a more student-centered learning environment. Through the generosity outside collaborators, the partnership creates a new position for a family and community engagement director. Students from St. Patrick School and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School who successfully graduate the 6th gradeearn guaranteed acceptance to Cathedral 7-12 High School`s 7thgrade.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Patrick School cost?
St. Patrick School's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Patrick School?
The acceptance rate of St. Patrick School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 69%.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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