For more than 60 years, Holy Child School at Rosemont has inspired students to achieve academic excellence, deepen their spirituality, develop social responsibility, and make lifelong connections and memories.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Child School at Rosemont ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1949
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005
Student Body
Total Students
340 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1
Tuition Notes
Our tuition ranges from $11,355 in Young Falcons to $30,360 for Middle School.
Average Financial Aid Grant
$15,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Kathy Barton
Admissions Associate
Katie Griffin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts & Science Club, Chess Club, Esports, Holy Child Dance Company Club, Maker Club, Math Club, MATHCOUNTS, Soccer Club, STEAM Club, Theater Club, VEX Robotics Club
Arts and Music Programs:
7th Grade Handbell Choir, 8th Grade Handbell Choir, Beginner Band, Jazz Ensemble, Lower School Choir, Middle School Choir, Middle School Spring Play
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
- For more than 60 years, Holy Child School at Rosemont has inspired students to achieve academic excellence, deepen their spirituality, develop social responsibility, and make lifelong connections and memories. From 2 years 7 months to 8th grade, boys and girls are educated under the loving guidance of a carefully selected staff of dedicated teachers who help our students grow into confident young men and women. We are proud of our rich tradition and an educational system based on trust and reverence for the dignity of every student.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Holy Child School at Rosemont often compared to?
Holy Child School at Rosemont is often viewed alongside schools like St. Aloysius Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Holy Child School at Rosemont?
The acceptance rate of Holy Child School at Rosemont is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Holy Child School at Rosemont offer?
Holy Child School at Rosemont offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Field Hockey, Football and Track and Field.
What is Holy Child School at Rosemont's ranking?
Holy Child School at Rosemont ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Holy Child School at Rosemont?
The application deadline for Holy Child School at Rosemont is Dec. 1.
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Holy Child School at Rosemont is The Shipley School (0.9 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
"This school tends to strike a spot-on balance between students'' emotional needs and academic needs. Who they will become later on in life begins here, and Rosemont School teaches kids to become leaders with great confidence."
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