St. Laurence School vs. St. Andrew School
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School Overview
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Overview
Saint Laurence School is a Catholic Elementary School for children in Pre-Kindergarten through grade eight.
Saint Laurence is a Philadelphia Archdiocesan School accredited by the Middle States Association for colleges and schools.
Saint Laurence School is a faith-filled community guiding each student on his/her faith journey as a disciple of Jesus Christ through participation in prayer, liturgical and sacramental celebrations, and charitable service.
Through the development of the whole person - spiritually, intellectually, personally, socially, emotionally, and physically - each student endeavors to become an active witness in Christ's mission of building the Kingdom of God.
The essential purpose of Catholic education is to form the faith received at Baptism, in collaboration with parents and parish communities through the proclamation of the Gospel; building up of a community of faith, true worship and service in the love of Jesus Christ.
St Andrew School strive to develop well-rounded learners who accept everyday challenges and embrace life's opportunities; help students recognize, appreciate and develop their God given gifts and talents; inspire students to be responsible citizens and use their individual gifts and talents to serve our school, parish, community and the world in which we live.
We provide an atmosphere which is safe, peaceful, just and respectful toward all.
We develop and nurturing a strong moral code and healthy self-discipline in each child.
We also integrate a curriculum that expands and elevates student thinking, and foster the development of the whole child in collaboration with the family and the St. Andrew community.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
n/a
1922
Students Body
Total Students
248 students
469 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
43%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
14
26
Kindergarten Students
18
42
Grade 1 Students
28
46
Grade 2 Students
20
51
Grade 3 Students
25
50
Grade 4 Students
18
48
Grade 5 Students
31
50
Grade 6 Students
21
48
Grade 7 Students
24
51
Grade 8 Students
49
57
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
25 teachers
Average Class Size
20
n/a
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:17
1:19
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
n/a
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling