Bishop Mcdevitt High School
School Notes Overview:
Bishop McDevitt High School, as a member institution of the Philadelphia Archdiocesan Secondary School System, strives to provide a virtue-centered Catholic education. The excellence it promotes, the traditions it cherishes, and the diversity it encourages combine to create an environment for spiritual, intellectual, and social growth. This effort validates pride in our past, commitment to our present and confidence in our future. The school's educational community aspires to cultivate and nurture the mission of the living Gospel in all students. Programs noted for academic excellence, with an emphasis on critical thinking and lifelong learning, are enhanced through extensive co-curricular and extra-curricular offerings. Individual opportunities for leadership and service prepare students to assume their roles in society as involved Christians and responsible citizens....
School Overview:
Bishop Mcdevitt High School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | Montgomery County, PA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 749 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(PA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 30% | 25% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 191 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 178 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 187 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 193 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 38 teachers | |
This School |
(PA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:19 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Bishop McDevitt High School, as a member institution of the Philadelphia Archdiocesan Secondary School System, strives to provide a virtue-centered Catholic education. The excellence it promotes, the traditions it cherishes, and the diversity it encourages combine to create an environment for spiritual, intellectual, and social growth. This effort validates pride in our past, commitment to our present and confidence in our future. The school's educational community aspires to cultivate and nurture the mission of the living Gospel in all students. Programs noted for academic excellence, with an emphasis on critical thinking and lifelong learning, are enhanced through extensive co-curricular and extra-curricular offerings. Individual opportunities for leadership and service prepare students to assume their roles in society as involved Christians and responsible citizens.
- Profile last updated: 03/10/2007
In the News:
- Bishop McDevitt student joins world leaders (Times Chronicle & Glenside News & The Globe)
posted on October 15, 2009 at 05:26:55 am
The G-20 Summit in Pittsburgh last week hosted world leaders, national media, global delegates and one Wyncote student.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (19095) | School Zip (19095) |
(PA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 6,499 people | 12,280,267 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 53% | 22% |
| Population Average Age | 52 years old | 37 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.2 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $64,940 | $43,232 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6 rooms | 5.9 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 50 years old | 51 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (19095) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 53% / 47% | 68% / 32% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- La Salle College High School - 1076 students - 1.7 mi. away - view location
- St. Basil Academy - 396 students - 2.9 mi. away - view location
- Mount St Joseph Academy - 557 students - 3.2 mi. away - view location
- The Crefeld School - 105 students - 3.3 mi. away - view location
- Revival Hill Christian High School - 48 students - 3.4 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Wyncote, Montgomery County, Zip 19095
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