School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1878
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
274 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
All families are required to apply for financial aid. Over $200,000 in financial aid is distributed each year. Scholarships are available based on need and merit.
% on Financial Aid
98%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ChoirGirl Scouts
Jr. Great BooksMath Challenge
Science ClubStudent Council
School Notes
- Families have relied on Our Mother of Sorrows to help their children reach their God-given potential since 1878.
- Today, our Middle States Accredited school is weaving a new model of Catholic education with our twin school, St. Ignatius of Loyola.
- The two schools share an administration and provide students with more resources than ever before, including classes of 25 students or less, weekly courses in art, music, computers, and gym, wireless classrooms, nutrition education, before and after school care, support for struggling learners, counseling, and more.
- Pre-K through 3rd grades attend the St. Ignatius Primary School and 4th through 8th grades attend Our Mother of Sorrows Upper Elementary School.
- Our safe and supportive environment allow students to focus on personal and academic development.
- Over 85% of Our Mother of Sorrows / Saint Ignatius of Loyola students graduate from high school in four years! Please contact us to see what our children can accomplish when someone believes in them.
- School Motto: Empowering Children To Reach Their God-Given Potential
- The mission of Saint Ignatius of Loyola Catholic School is to provide a Christ-centered quality education, to foster a spirit of inquiry and intellectual growth, and to prepare children to meet the challenges of the 21st Century in a healthy, safe and caring environment. We continue to develop and implement programs centered around science, technology, and humanities. We create opportunities for prayer, service, and extra curricular activities within the school and broader community to develop the whole child. Our teachers, by example and instruction, help students to integrate beliefs, values and the practice of faith within everyday living. We respect and celebrate the unique gifts of our students, families, faculty, and staff.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools cost?
Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools's tuition is approximately $2,850 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools?
The acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools offer?
Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Cross Country.
When is the application deadline for Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools?
The application deadline for Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools located?
Our Mother Of Sorrows/st Ignatius Schools is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 9 other private schools located in West Philadelphia.
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