Welcome to
Saint Patrick Catholic School
Serving students 3 years old through 8th grade in Tacoma, Washington, since 1893.
Our Mission
Saint Patrick Catholic School, a ministry of Saint Patrick Parish, guides students in the pursuit of academic growth while inspiring joyful lives filled with love, service, and respect as disciples of Christ.
Recent News
Move Up to Middle School Zoom
Current 5th grade families are invited to join the middle school teachers to discuss expectations…
Summer Bridge 2026
Saint Patrick Catholic School offers an enriching series of Summer Bridge programs powered by Club Z! Tutoring to prepare students…
Talent Show
We are so excited to showcase the talent within our student body! Below are key…
May Crowning Mass
May 1, 2026 | 9am Saint Patrick Church It is a tradition to celebrate May…
2026 Spring Musical: James and the Giant Peach Jr.
Saint Patrick Catholic School will present its “master-peach,” a production of Roald Dahl’s James and…
SPPA Uniform Resale
Has your Shamrock had a growth spurt? SPPA is here to help! SPPA is hosting…
2025 Advent & Christmas Celebration
Join us for the Saint Patrick Catholic School 2025 Advent & Christmas Celebration… our musical…
Veterans Day 2025
Join us at our traditional Veterans Day Assembly for active duty and retired military families…
Tuition Assistance Application
The tuition assistance application for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. To apply for…
Harvest Fest
Join us for an evening of fall family fun! This year's event replaces Trunk-or-Treat and…
Why Choose
Saint Patrick Catholic School
students
early learning classrooms
ms elective options
extra-curricular activities
zip codes represented
early learning ratio
Community Voices
Erika Rosales CruzParentOur son loves his school. It's is so nice to drop off and pick up and be greeted by name. You will love it here! From academics, faith, compassion, safety, and care if that's what you are looking for, this is the place.
Emily Keller '84TeacherSaint Patrick Catholic School is a remarkable place. I am struck by how many of those students I still keep in regular contact with. I have built lifelong friends in this community.
Laura DoughertyParent of AlumWe put two children through Saint Patrick Catholic School and we see the results every single day in their character, their dedication to their studies, and most importantly for us, in their faith lives.
OwenClass of 2025Saint Patrick Catholic School has given me footholds so I can strive for academic success.


Vote for Saint Pats!
Voting is officially open for Best of Pierce County, and the community is invited to rally behind Saint Patrick Catholic School! Vote for us in the Education Categories of Best Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, and Private School!
Every vote matters, and you can vote once per day, giving you multiple opportunities to help your favorites rise to the top.
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We are so excited for Field Day tomorrow! A few important reminders:
SPPA is providing hot dogs for students tomorrow, so if your student would not like a hot dog, please pack a lunch for them.
Students are also encouraged to dress in their ShamFam color tomorrow. Below is the ShamFam teachers and their corresponding color.
SHAMFAM TEACHER COLORS
Ainslie - White
Albaugh - Black
Boyd - Lt Green
Castaneda - Teal
Conklin - Navy Blue
Coovert - Maroon
Baine - Fuchsia
Gasper - Coral
Gavino - Dark Brown
Graves - Silver
Johnson - Lime
Keller/Dait - Purple
Kelly - Red
Lewis/C.Johnson - Olive
Riggio - Gray
Nagel - Orange
Keck - Yellow
Rakoz - Forest Green
Richards - Sky Blue
Sachwitz - Gold
Sorensen - Periwinkle
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