St. Anselm Elementary School

St. Anselm Elementary School serves 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The student:teacher of St. Anselm Elementary School is 24:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,880
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Anselm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Support 5-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
318 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Anselm Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform as published

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Anselm Elementary School cost?
St. Anselm Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,880 for private students.
What is St. Anselm Elementary School's ranking?
St. Anselm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Anselm Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Anselm Elementary School located?
St. Anselm Elementary School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,880
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,428 for elementary schools and $18,472 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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