Holy Rosary School in Erie, PA, serves 181 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through grade 8 in a central city setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 18 teachers supporting its Catholic educational program.
Approximately 31% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Holy Rosary School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Tuition and other financial details align with the local private elementary school market in Erie.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
181 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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 Holy Rosary School?
The application deadline for Holy Rosary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Holy Rosary School is Mercyhurst Preparatory School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Luke School (1.0 miles away)
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St. Luke School
(Catholic)
425 E 38th St
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 825-7105
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 825-7105
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 329 students Tuition listed
Mercyhurst Preparatory School![Mercyhurst Preparatory School Photo - MPS students can participate in studio arts, dance, music, photography, and theater. Mercyhurst Prep offers 49 courses in the performing and visual arts, and the arts faculty is comprised of active award-winning artists who are regularly engaged in exhibiting, performing, and teaching in the community.]( "Mercyhurst Preparatory School Photo - MPS students can participate in studio arts, dance, music, photography, and theater. Mercyhurst Prep offers 49 courses in the performing and visual arts, and the arts faculty is comprised of active award-winning artists who are regularly engaged in exhibiting, performing, and teaching in the community.")
(Catholic)
538 E Grandview Blvd
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 824-2210
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 824-2210
1.2 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 497 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 34 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Dr Gertrude A Barber Center, Inc
Special Education School
136 East Ave
Erie, PA 16507
(814) 878-4052
Erie, PA 16507
(814) 878-4052
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 146 students Avg. class size: 9 students
Elizabeth Black School
Special Education School
136 East Ave
Erie, PA 16507
(814) 453-7661
Erie, PA 16507
(814) 453-7661
1.8 miles
Gr: PK | 215 students
Erie KinderCare![Erie KinderCare Photo - Toddler Classroom]( "Erie KinderCare Photo - Toddler Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
625 Holland St.
Erie, PA 16501
(814) 453-5260
Erie, PA 16501
(814) 453-5260
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 118 students
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