St. Bartholomew Catholic School

St. Bartholomew Catholic School serves 290 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Bartholomew Catholic School is 24:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 290 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Bartholomew Catholic 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 Kindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
290 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Bartholomew Catholic School's ranking?
St. Bartholomew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Bartholomew Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Bartholomew Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Bartholomew Catholic School located?
St. Bartholomew Catholic School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other private schools located in Frankford.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 290 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,527 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 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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