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St. Nicholas Catholic School

3555 Edwards Dr Gig Harbor, WA 98335

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,625
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Nicholas Catholic School Photo #1 - Kindergarten students listen attentively.
St. Nicholas Catholic School Photo #2 - Returning from the celebration of the Mass
St. Nicholas Catholic School Photo #3 - Spending some time online.
St. Nicholas Catholic School Photo #4 - These are members of our wonderful parent community!
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,625
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
% on Financial Aid
12%
Admissions Director
Karen Heins
Admissions Associate
Holly Harris
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • We consist of three schools in one! Students can study at the Preschool and Pre-K, Elementary, and Middle school levels.
  • We are conveniently located in downtown Gig Harbor, not far from the Wallochet exit on Route 16.
  • We have experienced, caring teachers. They teach the same curriculum as the public schools with the addition of instruction in Catholic Christianity.
  • Our students go on to excel at Bellarmine, Peninsula, and Gig Harbor high schools! Families appreciate St. Nicholas because "you can just feel the love here;" "I know other parents care for my son too;" "My whole family feels a sense of belonging here." We welcome families and students of all faiths.
  • Come, take a tour!!.Call 253-858-7632
United by the love of Christ, St. Nicholas Catholic School, in partnership with parents and parish, teaches the fullness of the Catholic faith, fosters academic excellence, and nurtures a community of disciples.

As a faith-centered school, we serve our parish and community through prayer and action. Working together with home and Church, the focus of our instruction is to help students achieve their highest individual potential, to model Gospel values to others, and to become life-long learners in a global community.

The school campus offers self-contained classrooms for Preschool through 5th grade and a 6/7/8 model for middle school students. We also offer:
  • two-day, three-day, and five day morning preschool
  • morning pre-Kindergarten with afternoon enrichment option
  • full-time, five-day per week kindergarten
  • a family atmosphere with personal attention
  • competitive tuition rates and scholarship program
  • Spanish, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), Music and PE classes
  • Chess club, Band, Choir, Cnicycle club, Spanish club, Bricks for Kidz, Drama, and Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) sports activities
.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Nicholas Catholic School cost?
St. Nicholas Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,625 for private students.
What schools are St. Nicholas Catholic School often compared to?
St. Nicholas Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Lighthouse Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Nicholas Catholic School offer?
St. Nicholas Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Nicholas Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Nicholas Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (8 reviews)
5  
Our family is so blessed and grateful for St. Nicholas School, its leadership, teachers, staff, students, and families. This is a small community that offers excellent academics within a Christ-centered school focused in helping students to be Saints and Scholars. My daughter is an alumnus and now my grandkids continue our family tradition as St. Nicholas ' students. My grandkids love the sports and the extracurricular activities offered throughout the school year also. We are all family at St. Nick's!
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5  
I went here from Kindergarten until 8th grade and I can say with certainty that St. Nick`s has some of the best teachers ever. It`s more like a family than a school; you get to know everyone and learn alongside them. Honestly, my favorite memories so far revolve around my experience here and I miss it :)
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5  
Our family loves St Nicholas Catholic School! The teachers are very caring and go above and beyond when it comes to taking care of our kids. They have been very accommodating with my oldest child's unique learning needs and have added valuable input to his learning plan. I truly feel that the staff have a calling for what they do and it shows. They not only focus on academic success but work on forming each child into becoming the amazing individuals they were meant to be.
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5  
St. Nicholas Catholic School has been a blessing to my family for the last 4 years. Beyond feeling truly like a family on campus, what has really impressed me of late is their plan for distance learning in light of the global pandemic we are facing. My two children had no extra down time-they were up and running with their learning the next available school day. This is a testament to the amazing staff and teachers!
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5  
I am a teacher at St. Nicholas, but I am also a parent. I have one child who has graduated from St. Nicholas and one child who still attends in Middle School. St. Nicholas is a unique community - more like a family than a school - where children of all ages learn, play, and pray together. St. Nicholas provides academic rigor, but also guides the faith and overall development of its students. It most definitely teaches the whole child and does so in an environment that is warm, inviting, and engaging. The teaching staff and community of parents work together to create a school experience that is truly special.
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5  
St. Nicholas has given my children an excellent education. It is a small-knit community with a strong Catholic identity. I am so grateful for the wonderful experience we have had there.
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5  
We've been at St. Nicholas for nine years. I can't imagine my kids in any better learning environment than here, and my Children's learning styles differ greatly from each other! Dedicated staff, welcoming community, and a well-rounded education!
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5  
My children have attended St. Nicholas Catholic School for five years. It is a beautiful and welcoming community. My children have received not only a wonderful education but have been taught kindness and love for others. St. Nicholas is truly the gem of Gig Harbor.
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