Harrisburg Catholic Elementary School is located in the heart of the city of Harrisburg, directly behind the Cathedral Parish of St. Patrick. Catholic and non-Catholic students attend HCE for our small class size and personalized attention to each student's needs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,250
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 25
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2012
Student Body
Total Students
230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Students must wear uniforms; Flynn O'Hara
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Aug. 25
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
98%
Admissions Director
Joy Bearley
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Faith * Diversity * Potential
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School cost?
Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School's tuition is approximately $6,250 for private students.
What is Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School's ranking?
Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School?
The application deadline for Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School is Aug. 25.
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The nearest high school to Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School is Covenant Christian Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Cathedral Consolidated School (0.1 miles away)
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