Holy Family School

221 3rd Avenue, Phoenixville, PA, 19460-0194 - View a map of this schoolMap

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Holy Family School, nestled in the borough of Phoenixville in Chester County, is a five parish regional elementary school, comprised of students from Holy Trinity, Sacred Heart, Saint Ann, Saint Joseph and Saint Mary of the Assumption parishes. Educating approximately 433 students in grades preschool-eight, it is the privilege and responsibility of the faculty of Holy Family School to support, sustain, and enliven the Gospel message as the students mature and prepare to worship, live and work in the broader community. Holy Family School is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and visionary Catholic educator who is a knowledgeable practicing person of faith with a thorough understanding of and commitment to the Catholic philosophy of education, including catechesis. The ideal candidate will assure that the all educational programs, services, and activities, draw their meaning from the school’s mission and further its purpose. The administration assures that academic accountability, fiscal integrity and related matters of oversight compliance are executed. The school leader organizes the work environment through effective scheduling to maximize learning and facilitate good teaching, provides opportunities for shared leadership and decision making, and communicates to all parties though a variety of means, including the school website. In consultation with all stakeholders, the administration of Holy Family School creates a dynamic school environment that supports frank, professional dialogue, values divergent thinking, encourages a lively sprit of collaboration, and plans responsibility for short and long term institutional goals. In addition, the successful candidate should be technologically-savvy and able to serve as a role model for faculty, staff and students as we craft a dramatically different learning atmosphere for our students. ...

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School Overview:

 
Holy Family School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County Chester County, PA
Student Body
Total Students 441 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(PA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 6% 16%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 43 students
Kind - 52 students
Grade 1 - 51 students
Grade 2 - 49 students
Grade 3 - 47 students
Grade 4 - 47 students
Grade 5 - 41 students
Grade 6 - 46 students
Grade 7 - 36 students
Grade 8 - 29 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 26 teachers
This School
(PA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:17 * 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:

  • Holy Family School, nestled in the borough of Phoenixville in Chester County, is a five parish regional elementary school, comprised of students from Holy Trinity, Sacred Heart, Saint Ann, Saint Joseph and Saint Mary of the Assumption parishes. Educating approximately 433 students in grades preschool-eight, it is the privilege and responsibility of the faculty of Holy Family School to support, sustain, and enliven the Gospel message as the students mature and prepare to worship, live and work in the broader community. Holy Family School is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and visionary Catholic educator who is a knowledgeable practicing person of faith with a thorough understanding of and commitment to the Catholic philosophy of education, including catechesis. The ideal candidate will assure that the all educational programs, services, and activities, draw their meaning from the school’s mission and further its purpose. The administration assures that academic accountability, fiscal integrity and related matters of oversight compliance are executed. The school leader organizes the work environment through effective scheduling to maximize learning and facilitate good teaching, provides opportunities for shared leadership and decision making, and communicates to all parties though a variety of means, including the school website. In consultation with all stakeholders, the administration of Holy Family School creates a dynamic school environment that supports frank, professional dialogue, values divergent thinking, encourages a lively sprit of collaboration, and plans responsibility for short and long term institutional goals. In addition, the successful candidate should be technologically-savvy and able to serve as a role model for faculty, staff and students as we craft a dramatically different learning atmosphere for our students.
  • Profile last updated: 02/18/2009

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About This Zipcode (19460)
School Zip (19460)
(PA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 32,944 people 12,280,267 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 44% 22%
Population Average Age 37 years old 37 years old
Average Household size 2.4 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $55,989 $43,232
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 6.3 rooms 5.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 44 years old 51 years old
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Zipcode (19460)


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% Owning / % Renting 73% / 27% 68% / 32%

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