Saints Peter and Paul School, established in 1899, has as its main purpose the goal of educating its students academically and spiritually in a Christian environment.
Academically, its mission is to first recognize the diversity of each individual and, while utilizing each student's talents, to teach the skills necessary to succeed at higher levels of education and ultimately in society.
Religiously, Saints Peter and Paul School is dedicated to both instructing students on the matters of the Christian faith and instilling, by both examples and practice, positive moral values and principles.
SS. Peter & Paul School is part of the Holy Redeemer System of Catholic Schools SS Peter and Paul School is accredited by the Middle States Commission of Colleges.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Saints Peter and Paul School, established in 1899, has as its main purpose the goal of educating its students academically and spiritually in a Christian environment. Academically, its mission is to first recognize the diversity of each individual and, while utilizing each student's talents, to teach the skills necessary to succeed at higher levels of education and ultimately in society. Religiously, Saints Peter and Paul School is dedicated to both instructing students on the matters of the Christian faith and instilling, by both examples and practice, positive moral values and principles. SS. Peter & Paul School is part of the Holy Redeemer System of Catholic Schools SS Peter and Paul School is accredited by the Middle States Commission of Colleges.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul School?
The application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Ss Peter & Paul School is New Story School (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Al Noor Islamic Academy (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Building Blocks Learning Center (1.6 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
Al Noor Islamic Academy
(Islamic)
991 Scott Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
(570) 991-6107
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
(570) 991-6107
1.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 28 students
Building Blocks Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
1082 Rt. 315 North-plaza 315
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 970-8511
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 970-8511
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
Wyoming Seminary Lower School ![Wyoming Seminary Lower School Photo - Above and beyond regular assemblies and programs, Lower School teachers employ lessons of independence, empathy, teamwork and honor on a daily basis.]( "Wyoming Seminary Lower School Photo - Above and beyond regular assemblies and programs, Lower School teachers employ lessons of independence, empathy, teamwork and honor on a daily basis.")
(Methodist)
1560 Wyoming Avenue
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-6611
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-6611
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 340 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Story School
Special Education School
1150 Wyoming Ave
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 59 students
New Story Schools
Special Education School
1150 Wyoming Ave.
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 16 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New Story School
Special Education School
1150 Wyoming Ave
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 59 students
New Story Schools
Special Education School
1150 Wyoming Ave.
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 16 students
Genesis School
Special Education School
562 Wyoming Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 552-3515
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 552-3515
2.4 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 25 students
201 N Sprague Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 270-2100
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 270-2100
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 819 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 48 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Milford E Barnes Junior School
Special Education School
335 S Franklin St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
3.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 60 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Al Noor Islamic Academy
(Islamic)
991 Scott Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
(570) 991-6107
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
(570) 991-6107
1.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 28 students
Wyoming Seminary Lower School ![Wyoming Seminary Lower School Photo - Above and beyond regular assemblies and programs, Lower School teachers employ lessons of independence, empathy, teamwork and honor on a daily basis.]( "Wyoming Seminary Lower School Photo - Above and beyond regular assemblies and programs, Lower School teachers employ lessons of independence, empathy, teamwork and honor on a daily basis.")
(Methodist)
1560 Wyoming Avenue
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-6611
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-6611
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 340 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Story School
Special Education School
1150 Wyoming Ave
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 59 students
New Story Schools
Special Education School
1150 Wyoming Ave.
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 714-2350
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 16 students
Jenny Lynn Ferraro Academy
Daycare / Preschool
131 E Vaughn St
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 550-1614
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 550-1614
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 31 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Building Blocks Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
1082 Rt. 315 North-plaza 315
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 970-8511
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 970-8511
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
Wyoming Seminary Lower School ![Wyoming Seminary Lower School Photo - Above and beyond regular assemblies and programs, Lower School teachers employ lessons of independence, empathy, teamwork and honor on a daily basis.]( "Wyoming Seminary Lower School Photo - Above and beyond regular assemblies and programs, Lower School teachers employ lessons of independence, empathy, teamwork and honor on a daily basis.")
(Methodist)
1560 Wyoming Avenue
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-6611
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-6611
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 340 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Jenny Lynn Ferraro Academy
Daycare / Preschool
131 E Vaughn St
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 550-1614
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 550-1614
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 31 students Tuition listed
Little People Daycare School
Alternative School
154 3rd Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-4111
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-4111
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 77 students
Good Shepherd Academy
(Catholic)
316 N Maple Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-4724
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-4724
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 368 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
East Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 East Tenth Street
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
9410 miles
Gr: K-4 | 539 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Valley El/ms
(Math: 22% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Rock Glen Rd
Sugarloaf, PA 18249
(570) 459-3111
Sugarloaf, PA 18249
(570) 459-3111
9411.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 957 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Northwest Area High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
243 Thorne Hill Rd
Shickshinny, PA 18655
(570) 542-4126
Shickshinny, PA 18655
(570) 542-4126
9412.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 406 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Drums El/ms
(Math: 27% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
85 South Old Turnpike Road
Drums, PA 18222
(570) 459-3111
Drums, PA 18222
(570) 459-3111
9413.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 842 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Northwest Area Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21 Sunset Lake Rd
Shickshinny, PA 18655
(570) 256-3649
Shickshinny, PA 18655
(570) 256-3649
9414 miles
Gr: 3-6 | 260 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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