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
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.


National Administrative Professionals’ Day recognizes the professionals who keep a school office running smoothly every day. The Social Butterflies celebrated our staff today with coffee bouquets. ☕️💐☘️ ... See MoreSee Less
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Today we celebrate Earth Day — a beautiful reminder of our call as Christians to be faithful stewards of God’s creation. On this special day, we reflect on what we, as a Church, can do to protect and care for the world God has entrusted to us. Consider reading Laudato Si, Pope Francis' encyclical, subtitled "On Care for Our Common Home." ... See MoreSee Less
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Shamrocks ran their first track meet of the 2026 season this last weekend and the results did not disappoint! 🏃 Thank you to Shamrock parent Naomi Douglas for the great photos! To see all the photos, visit our Flickr page: www.flickr.com/people/saintpatstacoma/ ... See MoreSee Less
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