St. Raphael Elementary School (Closed 2015)

St. Raphael Elementary School is a Catholic Grade School (K-8) Located In Morningside, A Neighborhood Just A Few Miles East Of Downtown Pittsburgh.
Our Teachers And Staff Are Committed To Academic Excellence And Strive To Enrich The Cultural Lives Of Our Students While Respecting Their Individual Differences.
The Life's Breath Of Our School Community Is Religious Formation, Which, Regardless Of Denomination, Provides Our Children With A Foundation Of Values That Will Last A Lifetime.
St. Raphael Is Dedicated To Consciously Nurturing Every Student's Faith Through Instruction And Example In A Challenging, Safe, Disciplined, And Respectful Environment.
Sound Educational Principles Provide The Academic Experiences That Speak To The Individual Needs Of Each Child.
Our Students Are Encouraged To Use Their God-given Gifts. Parents, Faculty, And Staff Work As A Team To Help Our Children Develop A Fundamental Respect For All People, Cultures, And Heritages.
Together, We Uphold The Vitures That Are Core To A Spirit-filled Community Justice, Peace, And Reverence.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
172 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Raphael Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Raphael Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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