Aquinas Academy is one of the great success stories in independent Catholic education.
Since its founding in 1996 as a college preparatory school for students in grades PreK-12, Aquinas has emerged as a recognized leader in academic excellence and character formation.Our graduates are being recruited by some of the nation`s top colleges and universities.
Our students` performance on standardized achievements tests ranks Aquinas among the very top schools nationwide, public or private.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,450
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / Aug. 20 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Aquinas Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1996
Student Body
Total Students
478 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature, AP European History, AP Latin, AP Physics Level C, AP Statistics, AP United States Government, AP United States History
Average SAT score
1282
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Apr. 1 / Aug. 20 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$1,450; preschool 3-year-olds
$1,800; preschool 4-year-olds
$4,625; half-day kindergarten
$6,800; full-day kindergarten
$7,775; lower school
$9,900; middle school
$12,125; high school
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mr. Joe Austin
Admissions Associate
Mr. Michael Burchill
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Field Trips, High School Prefect Leadership Program, Honeybees, MATHCOUNTS, Peer Tutoring, Photography Club, PJAS, Pro Life Club Vivat Vita, Retreats, Robotics Teams, SAT Prep, School Newspaper, Speech and Debate Team, Spirit Club, Student Government Association, Summer Camps, Themed Dances, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Choir, High School Drama Production, Literary Magazine, Middle school band, Middle School Drama Production, Shakespeare scene/monologue competition
Chess Club, Field Trips, High School Prefect Leadership Program, Honeybees, MATHCOUNTS, Peer Tutoring, Photography Club, PJAS, Pro Life Club Vivat Vita, Retreats, Robotics Teams, SAT Prep, School Newspaper, Speech and Debate Team, Spirit Club, Student Government Association, Summer Camps, Themed Dances, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chapel Choir, High School Drama Production, Literary Magazine, Middle school band, Middle School Drama Production, Shakespeare scene/monologue competition
School Notes
- Aquinas Academy, Pre-K through 12th grade, is ranked among the top independent schools in Pennsylvania. Niche.com also ranked the upper school as the #1 Catholic High School in Pennsylvania.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aquinas Academy cost?
Aquinas Academy's tuition is approximately $1,450 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Aquinas Academy?
The acceptance rate of Aquinas Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Aquinas Academy offer?
Aquinas Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Aquinas Academy's ranking?
Aquinas Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Aquinas Academy?
The application deadline for Aquinas Academy is Apr. 1 / Aug. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Apr. 1 / Aug. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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