St. Alphonsus exists to communicate the Gospel message of Jesus Christ through a fully qualified and certified staff of religious and lay teachers.
We offer a curriculum of academic excellence nurtured in a Catholic faith community.
The blend of this long-standing tradition and the needs of today's children who live in a contemporary, progressive society is one of the unique characteristics of our school program.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Blessed Francis Seelos Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
384 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blessed Francis Seelos Academy's ranking?
Blessed Francis Seelos Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Blessed Francis Seelos Academy?
The application deadline for Blessed Francis Seelos Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Pittsburgh, PA 15044
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(724) 452-9731
Zelienople, PA 16063
(724) 452-9731
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Great Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
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(724) 779-2250
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
(724) 779-2250
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(412) 364-8055
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 364-8055
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