Archbishop Prendergast, a Catholic high school for young women, combines high quality academic instruction with religious faith and values.
We prepare competent, compassionate, confident graduates, empowered to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Through a supportive, welcoming environment, each student is encouraged to develop and use her individual gifts from God to build a better life for herself and her community.
Archbishop Prendergast High School commits herself to function as an instrument of hope for the people of Delaware County who face a challenging 21st century.
Parents, faculty, and students believe that this school must operate as an extension of family, justifying its vitality as a community of believers, eager to respond in service to the proclamation of the Message of Salvation.
This philosophy originates in the God-centered Catholic family where belief and hope flourish in love.
Hope pulses through the Prendergast experience, creating an environment in which families see their daughters growing in a faith community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,287 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Archbishop Prendergast High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1953
Colors
White, Black, Green, Grey, Gold
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
1,287 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Friar Archbishop Prendergast: Panda (monsignor Bonner)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kristen Ogogo - Received full-ride scholarship to Princeton - 2025 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Archbishop Prendergast High School cost?
Archbishop Prendergast High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Archbishop Prendergast High School often compared to?
Archbishop Prendergast High School is often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal O'hara High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Archbishop Prendergast High School?
The acceptance rate of Archbishop Prendergast High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Archbishop Prendergast High School?
Archbishop Prendergast High School famous alumni include: Kristen Ogogo - Received full-ride scholarship to Princeton - 2025.
What is Archbishop Prendergast High School's ranking?
Archbishop Prendergast High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Archbishop Prendergast High School?
The application deadline for Archbishop Prendergast High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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People that viewed Archbishop Prendergast High School also viewed these schools: Cardinal O'hara High School, Academy-notre Dame De Namur, Delaware County Christian School, The Agnes Irwin School and Archbishop Carroll High School.
The nearest high school to Archbishop Prendergast High School is Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast High School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Child Academy (0.6 miles away)
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Springfield, PA 19064
(610) 544-3800
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(610) 544-3800
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829
Academy-notre Dame De Namur
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Grades: 6-12 | 542 students 6.7 miles 560 Sproul Rd
Villanova, PA 19085
(610) 687-0650
Villanova, PA 19085
(610) 687-0650
6.7
6-12
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Grades: PK-12 | 900 students 6.1 miles 462 Malin Rd
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(610) 353-6522
Newtown Square, PA 19073
(610) 353-6522
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PK-12
900
Grades: NS-12 | 635 students 6.4 miles 275 S Ithan Ave
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(610) 801-1869
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(610) 801-1869
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Archbishop Carroll High School
(Catholic)
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(610) 688-7610
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 688-7610
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