St. Francis School opened its doors in 1948 as a non-profit, private school. Kindness, respect, Catholic Christian values, and academic excellence continue to be the cornerstones of a St. Francis School education 73 years later. We are proud of our rich history in Ellsworth and the network of more than 1,500 alumni who have gone on to live vibrant, successful lives. 

Proceeds raised at the Gala will be used to help, in partnership with the St. Francis parish, to sustain the viability of our school. The cost to educate each student is $10,000 and the average family pays $2,000 in tuition per child. The difference is funded through generous donations from the parish and supporters like YOU! This year our goal is to raise $75,000. All proceeds from the Gala will be used to fund the daily operations of St. Francis School.   

We invite you to join us for our “Readin’, ‘Riting and ‘Rithmetic” Gala  here on our website and our Facebook page, April 13-17, 2021.

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​St. Francis School is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization striving to create a strong child-centered, academic environment which prepares young people for a successful future built upon Catholic Christian virtues.