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Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School

OMPH is a Catholic Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School. We welcome children of all faiths who seek an education focused on reverence, respect, and responsibility. OMPH School is accredited through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary Schools.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,620
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Top Rankings

Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
211 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
42%
Average Class Size
17 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial aid is available to qualifying families. Transfer grants are available to students entering grades 1 through 8.
% on Financial Aid
68%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jen Francis
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Math ClubNational Geographic & Diocesan Geography Bees
National History DayPep Club
Quiz BowlRosary Club
Science FairScripps & Diocesan Spelling Bees
Service ProjectsStock Market Game
Strategic Game ClubYearbook Club


Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Instrumental Music Instruction

School Notes

  • School Motto: Reverence, Respect, Responsibility
  • Since it's establishment in 1957, OMPH School has been recognized for Catholic Identity and academic excellence. We offer full-day Preschool (ages 3 and 4), full-day Kindergarten, and grades 1-8. We are open to all students regardless of race, religion or national origin. OMPH School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools.
  • Small class sizes allow for more individualized attention and a better student-teacher relationship. We offer two Kindergarten classrooms and two First Grade classrooms to support smaller class sizes.
  • Our full time faculty members fully certified teachers as authorized by the Diocese of Harrisburg and the Pennsylvania Department of Education, and our core curriculum is mandated by the Diocese of Harrisburg. The Redemptorist Fathers are present daily within the school to interact and spiritually guide our children.
  • Classes are held in a secure, fully air conditioned building with a large playground and safe outdoor areas for exercise and play.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School cost?
Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,620 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School offer?
Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Wrestling. Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School's ranking?
Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School?
The application deadline for Our Mother Of Perpetual Help Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,620
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lancaster County, PA is $11,047 for elementary schools and $11,911 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lancaster County, PA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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