St Cecilia Cathedral School

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: August 10, 2026

This school no longer has foreign language or a religion teacher for middle school students. The class sizes are getting smaller because of lower enrollment which means 8th grade class is just one class now (22ish kids). Young newer good teachers often switch to public school due to better salaries and better benefits while the school has focused on hiring older who were once retired teachers. The students are not in school as often in comparison to public schools, the school has a lot of days off, and the students spend a lot of time in the church. The principal does not follow the handbook or policies of the school. The Pastor does not address any concerns about the Principal and the Catholic Schools Superintendent allows each school to operate independently with no oversight. There is limited money to put in academics and clubs, rather the parish focuses on restoring the church plaza. Limited resources and opportunities for children. Academic and Star score tests are not shared with parents or at board meetings. Do your homework with other schools around the area and you’ll find a big difference in academics, leadership and community.

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: August 10, 2026

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: April 15, 2025

I think the primary grades Pre-K-5 are great but question when kids get into middle school. For middle schoolers (6-8 grades) there is only talking at lunch, and one recess during the day. No talking in hallways, home room or when switching classes. They are not supposed to even talk at P.E or art. They are graded on how they act in mass and older students are required to sit by and help discipline the K, 1 and 2nd graders. They have some kind of church twice a week for an hour plus religion class. Lunch is 15 minutes for middle schoolers. They get 2 bathroom passes a week per class. The school issues "Passports" that publicly shame kids if their behavior doesn't meet their satisfaction. The middle school teachers have a group chat that talks about behavior of kids and who should be issued a Passport. There are limited opportunities for middle schoolers: no math club, drama club, etc, really only sports are offered. There is no foreign language. The school has a lot of days off which makes it hard for working parents, and there is no remote learning. There is a lot more time spent on discipline vs learning. The kids sit 4 at a table at lunch, even if that means a kid as to sit alone at a table by themselves because a maximum of 4 kids at lunch are allowed to sit together so one child might sit alone at lunch. The principal makes sure to have the one child sit alone without any friends at lunch if more than 4 are seated at a table. There is no communication between the teachers and the parents. The teachers send kids to the office, so they don't have to deal with actually learning how to discipline kids and gaining respect with the kids which leads to the kids have limited respect in return. Once some teachers have it out for your child, they will continuously get in trouble even if they didn't have any part in the wrongdoing. They don't want kids to be kids; and have unrealistic expectations for kids' natural fun behavior. The newer teachers issue detentions regularly and publicly shame kids in front of their peers for subjective behavior. And the school asks for a lot of donations so the church can fund other things besides the school. And the Principal looks at the cameras in the hallways to watch what the kids are doing.

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: April 15, 2025

Posted: June 4, 2017

Posted: June 4, 2017

Posted: June 4, 2017

Posted: June 4, 2017

Posted: June 4, 2017

For the most part, the teachers are effective and strong with discipline. We had one teacher who was lacking in classroom management skills but she was the exception to the rule.

Posted: June 4, 2017

Posted: June 4, 2017

My child attended STCC for kindergarten and 1st grade. I recommend it with mild reservations.

There are some truly incredible teachers and some that were average. Art and music programs were a delight.

The school community is tight-knit, bordering on clique-ish. There's a lack of new family orientation so t's a little difficult to work your way into the volunteering and parent involvement. But, the school has longstanding and strong traditions which are really special.

The kids treat each other well and the school atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The "big kids" really look out for the younger ones.

The academics were strong. I feel like my child received a great education during our two years here.

There is diversity within the student body, not so much with the faculty and staff.

Posted: April 22, 2016

Posted: April 22, 2016

Posted: April 22, 2016

Posted: April 22, 2016

St. Cecilia's grade school in Omaha Ne can take credit for years of therapy and self loathing for me. As an adult I can see the fault was in the teachers, not the students. I once SAW a nun throw a boy down the steps while he was still in his desk. The principal once struck me so hard, I was knocked out and came to seeing stars.

There were no kind words. Teachers believed in berating children in front of the class. The humiliation and pain impacted my life into adulthood.

Fortunately, with therapy, I now see the culprit.

I am surprised that anyone would send their child to this school. I don't believe that anyone who attended it would.

Posted: February 29, 2016

Top notch academics, caring staff, strong extra-curricular activities, and outstanding Catholic faith formation. We would not choose any other school in the area.

Posted: April 10, 2013

Both of my children are graduated of St Cecilia's and are not at Central High School. They were so well prepared for high school. I can not say enough nice things about St. C'!!!

Posted: June 14, 2010

We would love to welcome you to our St. Cecilia School Family. For more information, please view our website www.stcecilia.net, or call us at 402-556-6655.

Posted: June 13, 2010

I have two children who have graduated from St. Cecilia School. They could not have been better prepared academically, spiritually, or socially to succeed in high school and beyond. Looking at how successful St. Cecilia graduates are during their high school years is proof. In this year alone, the St. C. Class of 2006, as high school seniors, yielded 2 National Merit Scholars and over 1/2 won college scholarships!

Posted: April 28, 2010

I'm very happy we found St. Cecilia's. The teachers are great, they do everything they can for the students. They base their education in the catholic thought of helping others, being aware of the community. St. Cecilia's do not care just about their brains, but their hearts too. With that said, students win competitions statewide and are prepare for whatever comes their way in the academic field. So it is a very complete education. If you go tour St. Cecilia's I am sure if there is a student by the door, he/she will open it for you. I am thrilled with the school and couldn't ask for more.

Posted: April 6, 2008

Posted: November 26, 2007

Posted: October 23, 2007

Posted: December 5, 2006