Private School Guide
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Listing of Private Schools
An alphabetical listing of over 40 schools in Lake, Geauga and Cuyahoga counties! With info provided by participating schools.
All Saints of St. John Vianney School
28702 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe
(440) 943-1395
www.allsaintssjv.org
All Saints of St. John Vianney School in Wickliffe is a vibrant elementary and middle school attracting students from Mentor, Willoughby, Willoughby Hills, Wickliffe, Willowick, Eastlake, Euclid and various other communities in the area. With a history of academic excellence, All Saints develops independent leaders and thinkers who are academically prepared and effective communicators.
Located on the campus of the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe, the school offers a faith-based, technology-enriched learning environment for students in preschool through eighth grade.
Their core curriculum includes religion, math, language arts, social studies, science and computer science. Spanish, STREAM, music, art, and physical education are also offered, in addition to middle school supplemental courses, all day pre-K and extracurricular CYO sports and activities. The school’s highly experienced teachers and staff are dedicated to helping students achieve their fullest potential and meet the diverse educational needs of students and their families.
All Saints School is committed to preparing 21st-century thinkers and learners, as well as good stewards of the Catholic church, empowering students to thrive in high school, college and beyond.
Andrews Osborne Academy
38588 Mentor Avenue, Willoughby28702 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe
(440) 943-1395
www.allsaintssjv.org
All Saints of St. John Vianney School in Wickliffe is a vibrant elementary and middle school attracting students from Mentor, Willoughby, Willoughby Hills, Wickliffe, Willowick, Eastlake, Euclid and various other communities in the area. With a history of academic excellence, All Saints develops independent leaders and thinkers who are academically prepared and effective communicators.
Located on the campus of the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe, the school offers a faith-based, technology-enriched learning environment for students in preschool through eighth grade.
Their core curriculum includes religion, math, language arts, social studies, science and computer science. Spanish, STREAM, music, art, and physical education are also offered, in addition to middle school supplemental courses, all day pre-K and extracurricular CYO sports and activities. The school’s highly experienced teachers and staff are dedicated to helping students achieve their fullest potential and meet the diverse educational needs of students and their families.
All Saints School is committed to preparing 21st-century thinkers and learners, as well as good stewards of the Catholic church, empowering students to thrive in high school, college and beyond.
Andrews Osborne Academy
(440) 942-3600
www.andrewsosborne.org
Beaumont School
3301 North Park Boulevard, Cleveland Heights
(216) 321-2954
www.beaumontschool.org
Benedictine High School
2900 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Cleveland
(216) 421-2080
www.cbhs.edu
Celebrating 100 years this fall, Benedictine High School has been a cornerstone of academic excellence and faith formation. Located in Cleveland, Benedictine offers a transformative, all-boys Catholic education rooted in the Benedictine hallmarks: community, hospitality, humility, prayer, work, and discipline. Through rigorous academics, competitive athletics, and a vibrant arts program, students are empowered to excel in their pursuits while growing spiritually and emotionally.
The school’s innovative Beacon Program and Pathways initiative guide students before, between, and beyond their high school years, fostering leadership, critical thinking, and a commitment to service. With personalized learning plans, leadership development, and unique pathways in fine arts, entrepreneurship, STEM, & vocations (construction/manufacturing, healthcare, and technology), Benedictine prepares young men to thrive in college, careers, and life.
Join the Home of Champions– a brotherhood of tradition, faith, and success at Benedictine High School, where boys become Men of Benedictine and leaders in their family, job, and community.
2900 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Cleveland
(216) 421-2080
www.cbhs.edu
Celebrating 100 years this fall, Benedictine High School has been a cornerstone of academic excellence and faith formation. Located in Cleveland, Benedictine offers a transformative, all-boys Catholic education rooted in the Benedictine hallmarks: community, hospitality, humility, prayer, work, and discipline. Through rigorous academics, competitive athletics, and a vibrant arts program, students are empowered to excel in their pursuits while growing spiritually and emotionally.
The school’s innovative Beacon Program and Pathways initiative guide students before, between, and beyond their high school years, fostering leadership, critical thinking, and a commitment to service. With personalized learning plans, leadership development, and unique pathways in fine arts, entrepreneurship, STEM, & vocations (construction/manufacturing, healthcare, and technology), Benedictine prepares young men to thrive in college, careers, and life.
Join the Home of Champions– a brotherhood of tradition, faith, and success at Benedictine High School, where boys become Men of Benedictine and leaders in their family, job, and community.
Communion of Saints School
2160 Stillman Road, Cleveland Heights
(216) 932-4177
admissions@communionofsaintsparish.org
www.communionofsaintsschool.org
Corpus Christi Academy
5655 Mayfield Road, Lyndhurst
(440) 449-4244
www.corpuschristiacad.org
Corpus Christi Academy is a family-friendly, pre-K through 8th grade school serving Lyndhurst and the surrounding communities. At CCA, your child will develop the foundational knowledge to deepen their curiosity in learning, while enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The school boasts a 1:1 technology program that supports student creativity and innovativeness in the classroom. Intimate class sizes encourage individualized learning plans for each student to deepen their spiritual, social-emotional, and academic accomplishments guided by a caring and dedicated faculty.
Full- and part-time pre-K options are available.
5655 Mayfield Road, Lyndhurst
(440) 449-4244
www.corpuschristiacad.org
Corpus Christi Academy is a family-friendly, pre-K through 8th grade school serving Lyndhurst and the surrounding communities. At CCA, your child will develop the foundational knowledge to deepen their curiosity in learning, while enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The school boasts a 1:1 technology program that supports student creativity and innovativeness in the classroom. Intimate class sizes encourage individualized learning plans for each student to deepen their spiritual, social-emotional, and academic accomplishments guided by a caring and dedicated faculty.
Full- and part-time pre-K options are available.
Creative Playrooms Montessori & Child Care Centers
Solon (440) 248-3100Independence (216) 524-8008
Parma (216) 898-9520
Strongsville (440) 572-9365
Westlake (440) 835-5858
Maple Hts. (216) 475-6464
www.creativeplayrooms.com
Creative Playrooms Montessori and Child Care Centers have been a part of the Greater Cleveland community for over 50 years. These unique learning centers provide families with Montessori and traditional programs, swimming lessons, cafeteria-like lunchrooms, and expansive outdoor play spaces.
They understand that today’s active families need a partner that really understands the need for safe, reliable, and loving care. At the core of their schools, you’ll find dedicated and highly-trained staff who are deeply committed to providing children with the skills they need to reach their individual potential.
Additionally, Creative Playrooms is part of the Early Learning Academies (ELA) family, a network of trusted early childhood learning centers led by a team of seasoned and committed childcare professionals.
Creative Playrooms Montessori and Child Care Centers have been a part of the Greater Cleveland community for over 50 years. These unique learning centers provide families with Montessori and traditional programs, swimming lessons, cafeteria-like lunchrooms, and expansive outdoor play spaces.
They understand that today’s active families need a partner that really understands the need for safe, reliable, and loving care. At the core of their schools, you’ll find dedicated and highly-trained staff who are deeply committed to providing children with the skills they need to reach their individual potential.
Additionally, Creative Playrooms is part of the Early Learning Academies (ELA) family, a network of trusted early childhood learning centers led by a team of seasoned and committed childcare professionals.
Gesu Catholic School
2450 Miramar Boulevard, University Heights
(216) 932-0620
www.gesu.com
Gilmour Academy
34001 Cedar Road, Gates Mills
(440) 473-8050
www.gilmour.org
www.gilmour.org
admissions@gilmour.org
Gilmour Academy is home to students from 18 months to 18 years. Founded by the Brothers of Holy Cross, the school welcomes all faiths, encouraging critical thinking, tough questions and spiritual growth. With small class sizes and real-world learning, Gilmour delivers a personalized education that develops the whole person through rigorous academics, experiential learning, leadership and service.
The Montessori program fosters curiosity and independence, while Lower School students engage in hands-on learning through nature-based instruction, energy research, robotics, music and more. Middle Schoolers test new passions, access advanced coursework and join Upper School clubs for a seamless transition.
Upper School students pursue electives from molecular genetics to entrepreneurship and engage in unique experiences like semester-long science internships. The signature VECTOR program blends coursework, mentoring, and professional networking, preparing graduates with real-world portfolios. As the only independent, Catholic, coed school in Northeast Ohio, Gilmour is uniquely qualified to educate the mind and empower the heart of every student.
Gilmour Academy is home to students from 18 months to 18 years. Founded by the Brothers of Holy Cross, the school welcomes all faiths, encouraging critical thinking, tough questions and spiritual growth. With small class sizes and real-world learning, Gilmour delivers a personalized education that develops the whole person through rigorous academics, experiential learning, leadership and service.
The Montessori program fosters curiosity and independence, while Lower School students engage in hands-on learning through nature-based instruction, energy research, robotics, music and more. Middle Schoolers test new passions, access advanced coursework and join Upper School clubs for a seamless transition.
Upper School students pursue electives from molecular genetics to entrepreneurship and engage in unique experiences like semester-long science internships. The signature VECTOR program blends coursework, mentoring, and professional networking, preparing graduates with real-world portfolios. As the only independent, Catholic, coed school in Northeast Ohio, Gilmour is uniquely qualified to educate the mind and empower the heart of every student.
The Goddard School
7645 Fredle Drive, Concord Township
(440) 350-1333
www.goddardschool.com
Gross Schechter Day School
27601 Fairmount Boulevard, Pepper Pike
(216) 763-1400
www.grossschechter.org
Hawken School
Lyndhurst Campus (Preschool–Grade 8)
5000 Clubside Road
Gates Mills Campus (Grades 9–12)
Mayfield and County Line Roads in Gates Mills
(440) 423-2955
The Birchwood School of Hawken (Preschool–Grade 8)
4400 West 140th Street, Cleveland
(216) 251-2321
The Mastery School of Hawken (Grades 9-12)
11025 Magnolia Drive, Cleveland
(440) 423-8801
Hawken School is an independent, coed day school of 1,600 students, toddler through grade 12, located on two campuses in the eastern suburbs of Cleveland, a campus on Cleveland’s west side, and a campus in University Circle that is home to the Mastery School of Hawken, which takes the school’s problem-based programming to scale.
Hawken was founded in 1915 as an educationally progressive school, and they remain academically progressive—because that’s what it takes to prepare students to thrive in a changing world. From recognizing the value of a coeducational environment to designing programs, learning spaces, and innovative schedules that support learning by doing, Hawken boldly adapts to prepare students for a promising future.
Hawken’s nationally-recognized programming and nontraditional schedules support partnerships with world-renowned institutions that provide real-world learning opportunities, including interdisciplinary honors-level courses and STEMM internships. These experiences instill in students the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly complex and dynamic world.
Hawken was founded in 1915 as an educationally progressive school, and they remain academically progressive—because that’s what it takes to prepare students to thrive in a changing world. From recognizing the value of a coeducational environment to designing programs, learning spaces, and innovative schedules that support learning by doing, Hawken boldly adapts to prepare students for a promising future.
Hawken’s nationally-recognized programming and nontraditional schedules support partnerships with world-renowned institutions that provide real-world learning opportunities, including interdisciplinary honors-level courses and STEMM internships. These experiences instill in students the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly complex and dynamic world.
Hershey Montessori School
(440) 357-0918
www.Hershey-Montessori.org
Concord Campus
10229 Prouty Road
Huntsburg Campus
11530 Madison Road
Hershey Montessori School’s Concord Campus serves children from infancy through sixth grade. The 13-acre campus includes beautiful classrooms intentionally designed and prepared with Montessori materials. Students regularly enjoy time outdoors in the gardens, wooded trails, and open green spaces.
Their elementary program cultivates children’s imagination, reasoning skills, social development, and intellect by providing individualized and small group lessons and projects.
Beyond the academic curriculum, students benefit from lessons with specialists in music, art, movement, and Spanish.
Morning- and after-care, as well as extracurricular options and summer camps are available.
Hershey’s 97-acre Huntsburg campus serves adolescents in 7th through 12th grade. Students enjoy integrated and project-based studies designed to give a comprehensive understanding of relevant topics and their academics. Experiential learning causes students to grow and to develop deep understanding, critical thinking, and self-construct their individual identity, interests, and passions. Students enjoy choosing their extracurriculars and journeying through their individualized College and Career Counseling program.
Hershey accepts Ohio EdChoice. Transportation, full and partial boarding options, and financial aid are available.
Their elementary program cultivates children’s imagination, reasoning skills, social development, and intellect by providing individualized and small group lessons and projects.
Beyond the academic curriculum, students benefit from lessons with specialists in music, art, movement, and Spanish.
Morning- and after-care, as well as extracurricular options and summer camps are available.
Hershey’s 97-acre Huntsburg campus serves adolescents in 7th through 12th grade. Students enjoy integrated and project-based studies designed to give a comprehensive understanding of relevant topics and their academics. Experiential learning causes students to grow and to develop deep understanding, critical thinking, and self-construct their individual identity, interests, and passions. Students enjoy choosing their extracurriculars and journeying through their individualized College and Career Counseling program.
Hershey accepts Ohio EdChoice. Transportation, full and partial boarding options, and financial aid are available.
Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School
26500 Shaker Boulevard, Beachwood
(216) 464-4055
mandeljds.org
Julie Billiart Schools
www.juliebilliartschool.org
216-716-8318
Lyndhurst: 4982 Clubside Road
Akron: 380 Mineola Avenue
Brecksville: 8611 Wiese Road
Westlake: 3600 Crocker Road
www.juliebilliartschool.org
216-716-8318
Lyndhurst: 4982 Clubside Road
Akron: 380 Mineola Avenue
Brecksville: 8611 Wiese Road
Westlake: 3600 Crocker Road
Julie Billiart Schools is a K–8 network serving children with mild-to-moderate social and learning differences with campuses in Akron, Brecksville, Lyndhurst, and Westlake. JB offers a supportive place for students to learn, grow, and build confidence through small class sizes, individualized instruction, and wraparound services. Students are nurtured in an environment where they feel loved, seen, and accepted, helping them thrive academically and socially.
JB focuses on the whole-child experience for students with ADHD, anxiety, autism, dyslexia, and executive functioning needs, recognizing that emotional, social, and academic growth are deeply connected. The JB Way includes a maximum 8:1 student-to-staff ratio, intervention specialists in every class, onsite speech, occupational, music, and art therapy, school counselors, and literacy specialists, as well as behavior support from Registered Behavior Technicians and Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
Life skills and real-world application are built into every school day, helping students develop independence beyond the classroom.
JB focuses on the whole-child experience for students with ADHD, anxiety, autism, dyslexia, and executive functioning needs, recognizing that emotional, social, and academic growth are deeply connected. The JB Way includes a maximum 8:1 student-to-staff ratio, intervention specialists in every class, onsite speech, occupational, music, and art therapy, school counselors, and literacy specialists, as well as behavior support from Registered Behavior Technicians and Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
Life skills and real-world application are built into every school day, helping students develop independence beyond the classroom.
Lake Catholic High School
6733 Reynolds Road, Mentor
(440) 578-1020
Lyman Campus
One Lyman Circle, Shaker Heights
Butler Campus
7420 Fairmount Road, Russell Township
Butler Campus
7420 Fairmount Road, Russell Township
www.lawrenceschool.org
Lower School Campus (Grades K-6)
1551 E. Wallings Road, Broadview Heights
(440) 526-0003
Upper School Campus (Grades 7-12)
10036 Olde Eight Road, Sagamore Hills
(330) 908-6800
Lawrence School is among the best schools in the United States for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences. Lawrence provides a comprehensive elementary lower school program and an upper school program serving students in grades 7–12, which features specialized and personalized attention, organizational strategies, mutual accountability, encouraged self-advocacy, and an engaged faculty of learners.
Every child learns differently, and the right school environment can make all the difference. If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s school understands how they learn best, you’re not alone. Students are at their best when learning differences are understood and accepted, appropriate accommodations are made available, and, most importantly, when their strengths as learners are defined, affirmed, and cultivated.
For more than 50 years, Lawrence School has been opening doors and changing lives by delivering academic excellence to northeast Ohio students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD.
Lawrence School is among the best schools in the United States for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences. Lawrence provides a comprehensive elementary lower school program and an upper school program serving students in grades 7–12, which features specialized and personalized attention, organizational strategies, mutual accountability, encouraged self-advocacy, and an engaged faculty of learners.
Every child learns differently, and the right school environment can make all the difference. If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s school understands how they learn best, you’re not alone. Students are at their best when learning differences are understood and accepted, appropriate accommodations are made available, and, most importantly, when their strengths as learners are defined, affirmed, and cultivated.
For more than 50 years, Lawrence School has been opening doors and changing lives by delivering academic excellence to northeast Ohio students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD.
Lillian and Betty Ratner School
27575 Shaker Boulevard, Pepper Pike
(216) 464-0033
www.theratnerschool.org
Mater Dei Academy
29840 Euclid Avenue, Wickliffe
(440) 585-0800
www.materdeiacademy.us
Mater Dei Academy, an ODE STEM designated school, is committed to providing an excellent education in a safe, loving, faith-filled environment. Students aged 3 years through grade eight are given the opportunity to discover and achieve while building on their Catholic moral values.
The well-rounded, innovative and challenging curriculum provides students the opportunity to discover their own unique talents in a nurturing environment. With the help of dedicated educators, students are prepared spiritually, intellectually, and socially to achieve in the classroom and in the community. The middle school students are offered the opportunity for advanced classes, which can earn high school credit. Their curriculum also includes supplemental classes in art, religion, economics, literature, and health. Mater Dei students learn leadership skills while caring for others and demonstrating responsibility for the world around them.
Mater Dei Academy also offers after-school activities to help students further develop their interests. Mater Dei is proud to partner with Our Lady of Mount Carmel for CYO sports and a variety of other activities.
Campus tours can be scheduled by calling (440) 585-0800.
Mater Dei Academy, an ODE STEM designated school, is committed to providing an excellent education in a safe, loving, faith-filled environment. Students aged 3 years through grade eight are given the opportunity to discover and achieve while building on their Catholic moral values.
The well-rounded, innovative and challenging curriculum provides students the opportunity to discover their own unique talents in a nurturing environment. With the help of dedicated educators, students are prepared spiritually, intellectually, and socially to achieve in the classroom and in the community. The middle school students are offered the opportunity for advanced classes, which can earn high school credit. Their curriculum also includes supplemental classes in art, religion, economics, literature, and health. Mater Dei students learn leadership skills while caring for others and demonstrating responsibility for the world around them.
Mater Dei Academy also offers after-school activities to help students further develop their interests. Mater Dei is proud to partner with Our Lady of Mount Carmel for CYO sports and a variety of other activities.
Campus tours can be scheduled by calling (440) 585-0800.
Mentor Christian School
8600 Lakeshore Boulevard, Mentor
(440) 257-3172
www.mentorchristian.com
Montessori School of University Heights
23599 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst
(216) 200-5295
www.ms-uh.org
The Montessori School of University Heights, established in 1968, is a preprimary school dedicated to helping the child become the unique person his/her Creator intended in a Christian atmosphere of peace, love, and respect. Their approach involves:
- Providing comprehensive, individualized opportunities for growth. Each child is introduced to the materials as the child becomes ready for the concepts that the material embodies. Children develop order, concentration, coordination, independence, and self-discipline.
- Engaging children in a caring, supportive community. Their multi-age environment, serving children ages 3 through 6 years old, provides a family-like atmosphere. Children develop compassion and confidence.
- Respecting each child's developmental abilities and personality. Montessori children enjoy choosing their own work each day guided by adults who are sensitive to each child's unique personality. Children experience joy in learning.
Notre Dame Elementary and Middle School
13000 Auburn Road, Chardon
(440) 279-1127
(440) 279-1129 (Admissions)
www.ndes.org
13000 Auburn Road, Chardon
(440) 279-1127
(440) 279-1129 (Admissions)
www.ndes.org
Our Lady of the Lake School
175 East 200th Street, Euclid
(216) 481-6824
www.ourladyofthelakeschooleuclid.org
Our Lady of the Lake School, grounded in Catholic faith and values, provides a program of academic excellence in an environment that engages students, families, faculty and community. Small classrooms, individual attention and strong curriculum together provide exceptional learning opportunities, and advanced programs and educational partnerships challenge their students to excel.
Learning goes beyond the classroom. Students enlarge their world with service learning and field trips. Outreach programs bring a wealth of resources into the school, and students also engage in hands-on learning through technology, with interactive boards in every classroom, a cutting-edge makerspace, and iPads and Chromebooks for each student for curriculum use. Even their youngest students take part, with preschoolers making full use of the gymnasium, art rooms, makerspace and library.
Students are also encouraged to develop their talents through art and a variety of clubs and extracurriculars. A fully-equipped gym hosts an array of sports and athletics. An active parent-teacher organization keeps the school community engaged and welcoming.
Call today for a tour or to get more information.
Learning goes beyond the classroom. Students enlarge their world with service learning and field trips. Outreach programs bring a wealth of resources into the school, and students also engage in hands-on learning through technology, with interactive boards in every classroom, a cutting-edge makerspace, and iPads and Chromebooks for each student for curriculum use. Even their youngest students take part, with preschoolers making full use of the gymnasium, art rooms, makerspace and library.
Students are also encouraged to develop their talents through art and a variety of clubs and extracurriculars. A fully-equipped gym hosts an array of sports and athletics. An active parent-teacher organization keeps the school community engaged and welcoming.
Call today for a tour or to get more information.
Our Shepherd Lutheran School
508 Mentor Avenue, Painesville
(Across from Lake Erie College)
(440) 357-7776
www.oslpainesville.org
Ruffing Montessori School
3380 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland Heights
(216) 321-7175
508 Mentor Avenue, Painesville
(Across from Lake Erie College)
(440) 357-7776
www.oslpainesville.org
Ruffing Montessori School
3380 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland Heights
(216) 321-7175
http://ruffingmontessori.net
Saint Anselm School
13013 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland
(440) 729-7806
www.stanselmschool.org
Saint Anselm School
13013 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland
(440) 729-7806
www.stanselmschool.org
Saint Dominic School
3455 Norwood Road, Shaker Heights
(216) 561-4400
www.stdominicschool.net
Saint Edward High School
13500 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood
(216) 221-3776
www.sehs.net
Saint Francis of Assisi School
Saint Gabriel Learning Loft Preschool & St. Gabriel School
9935 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord Township
(440) 352-6169
www.St-GabrielSchool.org
St. Gabriel School and Learning Loft Preschool have been shaping young minds in Lake County through faith, learning, and love for decades. Both are award-earning schools, led by teachers who truly make a difference in their students’ lives. Their compassion, dedication, and expertise inspire independent thinking and ignite a lifelong love of learning.
St. Gabriel School recently celebrated 60 years as a leader in Catholic education in Lake County, while Learning Loft Preschool proudly marks its 25th anniversary. United in their mission to educate the whole child, both schools are committed to serving all students and meeting each child where they are. Learning Loft Preschool, voted Best of Mentor six years in a row, provides a warm, nurturing environment for children beginning their educational journey.
Discover these award-earning schools and how they can enrich your child’s future. For My Buddy & Me (age 2) and part-time preschool (ages 3–5), call (440) 354-7574. For full-day preschool (ages 4–5) and grades K–8, call (440) 354-7858 or visit St-GabrielSchool.org.
www.St-GabrielSchool.org
St. Gabriel School and Learning Loft Preschool have been shaping young minds in Lake County through faith, learning, and love for decades. Both are award-earning schools, led by teachers who truly make a difference in their students’ lives. Their compassion, dedication, and expertise inspire independent thinking and ignite a lifelong love of learning.
St. Gabriel School recently celebrated 60 years as a leader in Catholic education in Lake County, while Learning Loft Preschool proudly marks its 25th anniversary. United in their mission to educate the whole child, both schools are committed to serving all students and meeting each child where they are. Learning Loft Preschool, voted Best of Mentor six years in a row, provides a warm, nurturing environment for children beginning their educational journey.
Discover these award-earning schools and how they can enrich your child’s future. For My Buddy & Me (age 2) and part-time preschool (ages 3–5), call (440) 354-7574. For full-day preschool (ages 4–5) and grades K–8, call (440) 354-7858 or visit St-GabrielSchool.org.
Saint Helen School
12060 Kinsman Road, Newbury
(440) 564-7125
Saint Ignatius High School
1911 West 30th Street, Cleveland
(216) 651-0222
Saint Joan of Arc School
498 East Washington Street, Chagrin Falls
(440) 247-6530
www.stjoanofarc.org
Best-in-class academics, vibrant programming in technology, science, music and life skills, a safe and secure campus in the heart of Chagrin Falls and a community of faith that is actually part of a parish — St. Joan of Arc School is everything your student needs to develop a lifelong love of learning and grow as a person of faith. St. Joan of Arc School. Driven by excellence. Guided by faith. Grades K–8.
498 East Washington Street, Chagrin Falls
(440) 247-6530
www.stjoanofarc.org
Best-in-class academics, vibrant programming in technology, science, music and life skills, a safe and secure campus in the heart of Chagrin Falls and a community of faith that is actually part of a parish — St. Joan of Arc School is everything your student needs to develop a lifelong love of learning and grow as a person of faith. St. Joan of Arc School. Driven by excellence. Guided by faith. Grades K–8.
Saint Mary of the Assumption School & Early Education Readiness Program
8540 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
8540 Mentor Avenue, Mentor
(440) 255-9781
www.stmarysmentor.org/our-school
St. Mary of the Assumption School in Mentor has been a model of excellence and virtue to the children of Northeast Ohio since 1952. St. Mary’s provides a warm, safe, supportive, and nurturing Christ-centered environment. They provide opportunities for children to learn and grow in their faith both academically and socially.
Their curriculum provides students with an education that challenges them to live faith-filled lives and succeed in high school and beyond. Students have access to the latest technology including a STEM class for students in grades K–8, iPads, Chromebooks, 3-D printers, and Google Classroom.
Students can begin their education with preschool at the Early Education Readiness Program and continue to their fully accredited, coed Catholic school for grades K–8. Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities are available.
Please call to schedule a tour of the Early Education Readiness Program, K–8 classrooms and to meet the administration, faculty and staff.
St. Mary of the Assumption School in Mentor has been a model of excellence and virtue to the children of Northeast Ohio since 1952. St. Mary’s provides a warm, safe, supportive, and nurturing Christ-centered environment. They provide opportunities for children to learn and grow in their faith both academically and socially.
Their curriculum provides students with an education that challenges them to live faith-filled lives and succeed in high school and beyond. Students have access to the latest technology including a STEM class for students in grades K–8, iPads, Chromebooks, 3-D printers, and Google Classroom.
Students can begin their education with preschool at the Early Education Readiness Program and continue to their fully accredited, coed Catholic school for grades K–8. Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities are available.
Please call to schedule a tour of the Early Education Readiness Program, K–8 classrooms and to meet the administration, faculty and staff.
Saint Mary School Chardon
401 North Street, Chardon
(440) 286-3590
www.stmaryschoolchardon.org
St. Mary School students learn and thrive beyond a traditional Catholic school education. Inspired by a vision of academic excellence rooted in a foundation of faith, and as the first and only Ohio Designated STEM School in Geauga County, their students from preschool through junior high are exceedingly prepared both academically and spiritually for their futures. They strive to develop each student’s unique potential through an environment of faith, in cooperation with the family, and with a vision for the future.
St. Mary School students learn and thrive beyond a traditional Catholic school education. Inspired by a vision of academic excellence rooted in a foundation of faith, and as the first and only Ohio Designated STEM School in Geauga County, their students from preschool through junior high are exceedingly prepared both academically and spiritually for their futures. They strive to develop each student’s unique potential through an environment of faith, in cooperation with the family, and with a vision for the future.
Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School
5360 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights
5360 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights
(440) 442-6766
www.saintpaschal.net
Recipient of the Governor’s Thomas Edison Award for Excellence in STEM Education and Student Research for eleven years, Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School educates students in pre-K through grade 8. Their mission is to focus on Christ-centered values and to develop the unique potential of each student through a rigorous and engaging curriculum.
Offering a program that prepares students for their secondary education and beyond, the faculty and staff recognize each student as an individual with unique gifts. They truly care about their students and are dedicated to helping each child succeed and attain his or her academic and spiritual potential.
The academic program is aligned with diocesan, state, and national standards. In addition, Saint Paschal Baylon offers daily religion instruction, Spanish (pre-K through 8), fine arts, service learning opportunities, cocurricular activities, gifted education classes, as well as psychological, speech/language, intervention, and learning disability services. Call to schedule a tour.
www.saintpaschal.net
Recipient of the Governor’s Thomas Edison Award for Excellence in STEM Education and Student Research for eleven years, Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School educates students in pre-K through grade 8. Their mission is to focus on Christ-centered values and to develop the unique potential of each student through a rigorous and engaging curriculum.
Offering a program that prepares students for their secondary education and beyond, the faculty and staff recognize each student as an individual with unique gifts. They truly care about their students and are dedicated to helping each child succeed and attain his or her academic and spiritual potential.
The academic program is aligned with diocesan, state, and national standards. In addition, Saint Paschal Baylon offers daily religion instruction, Spanish (pre-K through 8), fine arts, service learning opportunities, cocurricular activities, gifted education classes, as well as psychological, speech/language, intervention, and learning disability services. Call to schedule a tour.
Saint Rita School
33200 Baldwin Road, Solon
(440) 248-1350
www.us.edu
Junior kindergarten to grade 8
20701 Brantley Road, Shaker Heights
(216) 321-8260
Grades 9 to 12
2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley
(216) 831-2200
Young boys have boundless curiosity and energy. At University School, boys thrive in an environment with the freedom to explore, move, create, and play. Their teachers understand the needs of young boys and small class sizes allow students and teachers to build close and trusted connections.
The 32-acre campus in Shaker Heights, for boys junior kindergarten through grade 8, includes an arboretum with outdoor class spaces, and a play park with climbing structures, a turf field and new tennis courts. Indoors, facilities include a pool, two libraries, a woodshop, and two makerspaces. Their expanded middle school opened in fall 2025 and includes a newly constructed three-story wing with common areas designed for collaboration and state-of-the-art classrooms supporting learning from art to science.
University School is a vibrant and welcoming community. Schedule a visit to discover how your son can thrive at US. Learn more at www.us.edu/visit.
Young boys have boundless curiosity and energy. At University School, boys thrive in an environment with the freedom to explore, move, create, and play. Their teachers understand the needs of young boys and small class sizes allow students and teachers to build close and trusted connections.
The 32-acre campus in Shaker Heights, for boys junior kindergarten through grade 8, includes an arboretum with outdoor class spaces, and a play park with climbing structures, a turf field and new tennis courts. Indoors, facilities include a pool, two libraries, a woodshop, and two makerspaces. Their expanded middle school opened in fall 2025 and includes a newly constructed three-story wing with common areas designed for collaboration and state-of-the-art classrooms supporting learning from art to science.
University School is a vibrant and welcoming community. Schedule a visit to discover how your son can thrive at US. Learn more at www.us.edu/visit.
Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School
18491 Lakeshore Boulevard, Cleveland
(216) 481-8414
www.vasj.com
When you become a student at Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School, you become a member of a family where everyone knows you. It’s a place where you can grow in your faith, be challenged academically, follow your passions, and create high school memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.
As the only school in the world that’s cosponsored by the Ursuline Sisters and Marianist Brothers, a VASJ education is uniquely different. Their students proudly embrace diversity, and it shows in their school pride and the family spirit that makes the Viking Village something truly special.
Learn more about VASJ by attending their upcoming open house on March 26, 2026.
When you become a student at Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School, you become a member of a family where everyone knows you. It’s a place where you can grow in your faith, be challenged academically, follow your passions, and create high school memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.
As the only school in the world that’s cosponsored by the Ursuline Sisters and Marianist Brothers, a VASJ education is uniquely different. Their students proudly embrace diversity, and it shows in their school pride and the family spirit that makes the Viking Village something truly special.
Learn more about VASJ by attending their upcoming open house on March 26, 2026.