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St. Lawrence Elementary School

1902 Meharry St Lafayette, IN 47904

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 171 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Lawrence Catholic School integrates Catholic truths and values throughout the daily curriculum.
  • Each child is encouraged to grow and develop spiritually, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a loving and caring environment.
  • The staff and faculty are committed to teaching respect for God, for others, and for self.
  • Students in grades K-6 are challenged with a well-balanced curriculum, which includes daily religion classes.
  • Religious instruction includes Masses, Sacramental preparation, daily prayer and liturgical celebrations.
  • Education is the key that unlocks the door to the future, to a child's future.
  • Every child deserves the opportunity to discover that mixture of knowledge and basic values which makes a well-educated person.
  • At St. Lawrence we understand that a child's moral and spiritual foundation is built first in the home.
  • Assisting parents, we strive to reinforce and integrate those values into all learning experiences.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 171 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade
School Calendar
School Motto
Education with a Higher Purpose.

Student Body

Total Students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
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School Notes

  • St. Lawrence Catholic School integrates Catholic truths and values throughout the daily curriculum. Each child is encouraged to grow and develop spiritually, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a loving and caring environment. The staff and faculty are committed to teaching respect for God, for others, and for self. Students in grades K-6 are challenged with a well-balanced curriculum, which includes daily religion classes. Religious instruction includes Masses, Sacramental preparation, daily prayer and liturgical celebrations. Education is the key that unlocks the door to the future, to a child's future. Every child deserves the opportunity to discover that mixture of knowledge and basic values which makes a well-educated person. At St. Lawrence we understand that a child's moral and spiritual foundation is built first in the home. Assisting parents, we strive to reinforce and integrate those values into all learning experiences.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Lawrence Elementary School often compared to?
St. Lawrence Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. James Lutheran Elementary School, St. Mary Cathedral Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Elementary School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
When is the application deadline for St. Lawrence Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Lawrence Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Lawrence Elementary School located?
St. Lawrence Elementary School is located in the St Lawrence McAllister neighborhood of Lafayette, IN.

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The average private school tuition in Indiana is $7,395 for elementary schools and $10,347 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indiana is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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