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Mater Dei Academy
School
3695 ELM ST, Columbus, OH 43213
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Mater Dei Academy
Mater Dei Academy is a Roman Catholic private school in Columbus, OH 43213. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades Kindergarten – 9th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,908, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 10 students, Mater Dei Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Mater Dei Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Mater Dei Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
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Student Demographics
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Private · Roman Catholic
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 3695 ELM ST, Columbus, OH 43213
- Phone
- (614) 231-1984
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in OH aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
3695 ELM ST, Columbus, OH 43213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Dei Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,908
Median Home Value
$197,700
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
35,912
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
38.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mater Dei Academy has a median household income of $53,908. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,700, with a median rent of $1,107/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Dei Academy
What grades does Mater Dei Academy serve?
Mater Dei Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Mater Dei Academy?
Mater Dei Academy has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Dei Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Dei Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mater Dei Academy a private school?
Yes, Mater Dei Academy 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 Mater Dei Academy a religious school?
Mater Dei Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,090/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Columbus). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- FRANKLIN
- Phone
- (614) 231-1984
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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