Admissions

Thank you for your interest in St. Francis School. Choosing your child's school is a big decision and this is an important first step in ensuring your child a bright future filled with faith and knowledge.

At St. Francis School children acquire a solid foundation in our Catholic faith, as well as the basic academics, while experiencing an atmosphere that reflects Christian values. Since 1948, we have offered a balance of faith and education, doing more than preparing students for tests in the classroom; we prepare them for tests in life. 

In addition to a complete academic curriculum and faith-based learning, our program features:
  • Experienced and accredited teachers
  • Small class sizes
  • Advanced classroom technology
  • Arts/Music
  • Safe and secure building
  • Bus service within the Ellsworth Community School District
  • Tuition-free 4YK program (see below for more information)
 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR
Our actual cost per student per year is just over $10,000. Income from tuition and from our Home and School Association fundraisers contribute towards the cost. The remaining balance is graciously paid by St. Francis Catholic Church and Parish. The following tuition rates are possible only through the generosity of the members of St. Francis Parish.  Tuition may be paid all at once, by semester or monthly by debit from a checking account. 
MEMBERS OF ST. FRANCIS PARISH - TUITION
$2,100 per child
Discount of $100 for each additional child.
NON-MEMBERS OF ST. FRANCIS PARISH - TUITION
​$3,400 per child
​Discount of $100 for each additional child. 
​Tuition Assistance is Available
We are committed to making Catholic education available and affordable to all interested families. To confidentially explore your options for tuition assistance, please contact the school principal . 
4YK PROGRAM
Under a collaborative partnership agreement with the Ellsworth Community School District, students attending St. Francis School 4YK are not assessed tuition.  

The 4YK program is held Monday –Friday mornings from 8:05-11:05am. 
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4YK students can participate in the Ellsworth School District busing.  4YK students will be bused to St. Francis in the morning along with our students in Kindergarten - Grade 5.  Busing is also an option at the end of the 4YK school day.
If you have a child who will be 4 years of age by September 1 and would like to receive registration materials for St. Francis School, please contact us.

Education is NOT preparation for life; EDUCATION IS LIFE ITSELF.  ~ John Dewey