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Saint Anthony Cathedral School, Beaumont, Texas, celebrates over 120 years of tradition in teaching. The school, also known as SACS, is adjacent to the historic St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica located in the heart of downtown Beaumont. Founded in 1895 as Our Lady of Perpetual Help, it was one of the first Catholic schools to be accredited by the Texas Education Agency in 1925.
Characteristics
- Strong Catholic formation
- Diverse student population
- Enrollment averaging about 210 students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 year old program through 8th grade
- Average class size: 20
- Average cost of education is $4,000. Average tuition is $2,800.
- Parental involvement
Recognitions
- Chosen as a 1999 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
- Recognized as accredited by the Texas Education Agency through the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission
- Member National Catholic Education Association
Facilities
The school consists of one main two story building, a separate cafeteria, a separate technology lab, a spacious playground, a gymnasium/convocation center adjacent to the softball field, and the early childhood center which includes a playground.
Academic Achievement
Students in the Diocese of Beaumont take the ITBS Test annually. This nationally normed test is respected and widely used across the country. All classes at SACS score at or above grade level. Over 40% of the seventh grade class qualifies to take the Duke University Talent Search test annually.