Good Shepherd Academy

Impelled by a strong desire to further the Christian mission at Bishop O'Reilly High School, we, as Catholic school educators, are committed to the pursuit of excellence in education in the light of Gospel values, empowering students to become vital Christian participants in all aspects of life.
At Bishop O'Reilly High School, we, as Christian educators, proclaim the Good News of God's universal love through Catholic education.
We strive to be faithful to our special character, rejoicing and sharing in Jesus' redemptive mission through the sacramental and liturgical life of the Church.
We endeavor to build a faith-community in which students are welcome and can develop a sense of self-worth and respect for each person's uniqueness.
We aspire to prepare students to respond to the challenges of a changing society in the light of Gospel values through a relevant and diversified curricular and extracurricular program.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 368 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Good Shepherd Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
368 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Good Shepherd Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Impelled by a strong desire to further the Christian mission at Bishop O'Reilly High School, we, as Catholic school educators, are committed to the pursuit of excellence in education in the light of Gospel values, empowering students to become vital Christian participants in all aspects of life. At Bishop O'Reilly High School, we, as Christian educators, proclaim the Good News of God's universal love through Catholic education. We strive to be faithful to our special character, rejoicing and sharing in Jesus' redemptive mission through the sacramental and liturgical life of the Church. We endeavor to build a faith-community in which students are welcome and can develop a sense of self-worth and respect for each person's uniqueness. We aspire to prepare students to respond to the challenges of a changing society in the light of Gospel values through a relevant and diversified curricular and extracurricular program.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Good Shepherd Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Academy?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 368 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $10,974 for elementary schools and $16,455 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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