South Mountain Parochial School in Shippensburg, PA, offers co–educational programs for grades 1 through 8 in a rural community setting.
The school has an enrollment of 19 students and a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 2 full–time teachers.
Approximately 6 percent of the student body represents racial diversity within this small rural Pennsylvania private school.
Tuition information is consistent with regional averages, with the Cumberland County area elementary private school average around $6,589.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 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 South Mountain Parochial School?
The application deadline for South Mountain Parochial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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