St. Aloysius School
St. Aloysius School was opened in 1912 and has been an accredited member of the Middle States Association since June 1982.
The primary purpose is to educate the whole child spiritually, mentally, scholastically, and emotionally.
Moral values are an integral part of everyday teaching. School enrollment is approximately 410 students per year and is open to all regardless of race, color or creed.
St Al's serves students in grades K-8 and from six school districts.
Busing is provided to and from these Districts. St. Aloysius is part of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and operates locally under the guidance and direction of the pastor and principal.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Aloysius School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
308 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Aloysius School was opened in 1912 and has been an accredited member of the Middle States Association since June 1982. The primary purpose is to educate the whole child spiritually, mentally, scholastically, and emotionally. Moral values are an integral part of everyday teaching. School enrollment is approximately 410 students per year and is open to all regardless of race, color or creed. St Al's serves students in grades K-8 and from six school districts. Busing is provided to and from these Districts. St. Aloysius is part of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and operates locally under the guidance and direction of the pastor and principal.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Aloysius School's ranking?
St. Aloysius School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Aloysius School?
The application deadline for St. Aloysius School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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