St. Ann Elementary School is a Middle States Accredited school dedicated to educating the whole person; stressing religious, moral, academic, social, physical, and emotional development.
Our students receive the same education in the traditional school subjects as our public school counterparts, but with a significant difference-Christ is at the center of our educational philosophy and mission.
We begin the day with prayer and religious studies, and we end the day with prayer.
The students learn to simultaneously develop their minds and bodies and their moral consciousness.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,620
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Ann Continuation 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
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Cultivating Leaders One Student at a Time.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Ann Continuation School cost?
St. Ann Continuation School's tuition is approximately $4,620 for private students.
What is St. Ann Continuation School's ranking?
St. Ann Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Ann Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Ann Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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