Corpus Christi School is committed to the pursuit of excellence in Catholic education.
We strive to establish a challenging environment, focusing on the spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, and physical development of our students.
We, through the love of God and the interaction of staff, parents, and students, endeavor to be a faith community bound together to proclaim the Good News.
Our school supports the Christian family and prepares our students to meet the challenges of life situations in the 21st Century.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Corpus Christi School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1874
Student Body
Total Students
269 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corpus Christi School's ranking?
Corpus Christi School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Corpus Christi School?
The application deadline for Corpus Christi School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Corpus Christi School is Merakey Education Center (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Cumberland Valley Christian School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Merakey Education Center
Special Education School
2395 Philadelphia Ave Unit 14
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-1163
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-1163
0.1 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 13 students
Cumberland Valley Christian School![Cumberland Valley Christian School Photo - Elementary students work on a science project.]( "Cumberland Valley Christian School Photo - Elementary students work on a science project.")
(Christian)
600 Miller St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 264-3266
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 264-3266
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 473 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
875 Ragged Edge Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-1110
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-1110
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 112 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Providence Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3583 Scotland Rd
Scotland, PA 17254
(717) 298-8090
Scotland, PA 17254
(717) 298-8090
4 miles
Gr: K-10 | 12 students
126 Social Island Road
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2223
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2223
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 648 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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