How does a Catholic school education compare to public school? Based on tests conducted by the US Dept. of Education, Catholic schools score higher vs. public education students.  With our low student/ teacher ratio, Sts. Peter & Paul classrooms will provide your child with the individual attention needed for success! Because we keep our class sizes small, our teachers truly get to know your child's academic abilities. Because of this, we are able to customize each child's education to their specific needs. For example, if your child is excelling in fourth grade math, they may be bumped up to fifth grade for a math lesson to challenge them. Conversely, if a teacher notices a student is struggling they may recommend they receiving intervention tutoring from our inhouse intervention specialist, Mrs. Rhonda Boyles.

How affordable is a Catholic School Education? Sts. Peter & Paul School works hard to keep our costs low without sacrificing the value to our students and families.  We currently have the lowest tuition rates within the Diocese of Peoria and the Tri-State region.  We also offer tuition assistance based on financial need to ensure that no child is turned away due to an inability to pay.

When can I send my child to Pre-School? We have a three year old and a four year old preschool program! We have open enrollment throughout the year, so you can start your little one whenever they turn three-- even if is late November or February! Check out our preschool page for more details.

Do you offer special services if my child needs additional support? Yes, SPPS co-ops with Nauvoo Colusa to provide Speech and Title I Services to eligible students. We also employ Mrs. Rhonda Boyles who is our Intervention Specialist. She works with children one-on-one academically if they need extra help in the classroom.

Do you educate children with disabilities? Yes, our policy at SPPS is that we will, at a minimum, attempt to educate any student who wants to come to SPPS, with the help and support of the family. Please schedule a meeting with the Principal, Mrs. Haas, if you are interested in enrolling your child with special needs.

Do you offer transportation services? Students who live within the Nauvoo Colusa district are able to ride the public buses to SPPS.  Sts. Peter & Paul School also provides a private bus to out-of-district families that will pick up students at four different locations within Hancock County. Our bus stops in Carthage, Warsaw, Dallas City and Hamilton.

Do I have to be Catholic to send my child to SPPS? No. Families of all faith backgrounds are welcome at Sts. Peter and Paul School. In fact, many of our students come from non-Catholic families who value the strong academics, structure, and character formation that Catholic education provides.

While you do not need to be Catholic to enroll, Sts. Peter and Paul will always remain a Catholic school. Our students participate in religion classes, prayer, and Mass, and our faith is woven into the culture of the school each day.

Are there parental involvement opportunities? Absolutely! At Sts. Peter and Paul School, we believe education works best when school and families partner together. Parents are an important part of our community, and we encourage them to be present and involved in school life whenever possible.

There are many ways to participate, including volunteering in classrooms, helping with school events, serving through our various committees, assisting with field trips, supporting fundraisers, and joining special celebrations and service projects throughout the year.

Many of our parents tell us that being involved helps them stay connected to their child’s education and builds strong relationships within the school community. Whether you have a little time or a lot, there is always a place for you at SPPS.