Very Good
#15 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 7% of private schools
St Thomas More Parish School
Elementary School
7071 E OTERO AVE, Centennial, CO 80112
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#15 of 188
In Centennial
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Thomas More Parish School
Elementary School in Centennial · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas More Parish School
St Thomas More Parish School is a private elementary school in Centennial, CO. St Thomas More Parish School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, St Thomas More Parish School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Thomas More Parish School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Thomas More Parish School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Centennial, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More Parish School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Homestead Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Willow Creek Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Walnut Hills Community Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Ford Elementary | 9.1 |
| Heritage Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Lois Lenski Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Newton Middle School | 8.5 |
| Sandburg Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Gudy Gaskill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Marvin W Foote Youth Services | 4.2 |
| Hopkins Elementary School | 8.1 |
| The Village | 3.8 |
| Cherry Creek Elevation | 8.1 |
| Red Hawk Ridge Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Trails West Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Creekside Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Peakview Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Heritage Heights Academy | 8.6 |
| Timberline Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Aspen Crossing Elementary School | 6.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7071 E OTERO AVE, Centennial, CO 80112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ford Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Redstone Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Highlands Ranch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Homestead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centennial, see our Centennial schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,504
Median Home Value
$627,500
Median Rent
$1,948/mo
Population
36,687
College Educated
62.1%
Homeownership
52.3%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning Colorado Springs, CO | 7.7 |
| Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy Aurora, CO | 7.7 |
| Copper Mesa Elementary School Highlands Ranch, CO | 7.7 |
| Ivy Stockwell Elementary School Berthoud, CO | 7.7 |
| Mount Carbon Elementary School Littleton, CO | 7.7 |
| Mountain View Academy Falcon, CO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More Parish School
What grades does St Thomas More Parish School serve?
St Thomas More Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas More Parish School?
St Thomas More Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Parish School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More Parish School rank in CO?
St Thomas More Parish School ranks #15 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is St Thomas More Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More Parish School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More Parish School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Thomas More Parish School a religious school?
St Thomas More Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Phone
- (303) 770-0441
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