Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy

Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy, being an authentically Catholic, Christ centered institution, is rooted in African-American Catholic spirituality.
Serving the diversity of God`s children, their families and in relationship with the community, we aim for students to reach their full potential spiritually, culturally and academically.
The mission is to provide a stimulating climate of academic excellence with high expectations for student achievement in order to be leaders in a diverse and global community.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2010

Student Body

Total Students
146 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
14 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Dress pants and polo or button-down shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool Only - $3,500 K-8 (1 child) - $2,000 PreK-8 (2+ children) - $2,600
% on Financial Aid
90%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Mary Ann Jaskulski
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Stephanie Michael

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir

School Notes

  • Thank you for your interest in Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy for your child's education. We are a Pre-K through 8th grade school located in Wilkinsburg, PA. We are fully subsidized through the Extra Mile Education Foundation which allows us to offer quality education at a fraction of the cost of other Catholic schools in the area.Beyond the low tuition costs, nearly all of our families receive further tuition assistance and many pay less than $1,000 for the year.
  • Our core curriculum has all been updated over the past two years and weare proud of our integration of technology through Smart Boards, Chromebook tablets, and Sphero robots. We are soon to be the recipient of a Matt's Maker Space that will be available to the entire student population.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy cost?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $2,000 for private students.
What schools are Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy often compared to?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Imani Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy?
The acceptance rate of Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy offer?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,013 for elementary schools and $20,489 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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