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Aquinas Academy

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 (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 537 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
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue, Grey, Gold
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students
537 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Aquinas Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
10 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
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Apr. 1 / Aug. 20 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$1,625; preschool 3-year-olds $1,975; preschool 4-year-olds $4,726; half-day kindergarten $6,950; full-day kindergarten $8,520; lower school $10,990; middle school $13,910; high school
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mr. Joe Austin
Admissions Associate
Mr. Michael Burchill

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Chess Team, 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

  • School Mascot: Crusader
  • Aquinas Academy, Pre-K through 12th grade, is ranked among the top independent schools 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 and $125 for summer 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 81%.
What sports does Aquinas Academy offer?
Aquinas Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Aquinas Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
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, Most sports offered 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,450
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / Aug. 20 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $12,981 for elementary schools and $18,156 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 66% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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