St. Basil Academy (Closed 2020)

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St. Basil Academy Photo #1 - Saint Basil Academy is a college preparatory school for young ladies located in Jenkintown, PA.
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St. Basil Academy Photo #1 - Saint Basil Academy is a college preparatory school for young ladies located in Jenkintown, PA.
Saint Basil Academy, a college preparatory school, provides a unique learning environment where traditional values are affirmed and upheld, and new and challenging areas open to today's young women are evaluated and explored.
Nurtured by the spiritual and cultural richness of its Ukrainian Catholic heritage, the Academy provides a diversified curriculum that respects individual needs.
A dedicated faculty helps students develop solid Christian values and a strong sense of community pride that will prepare them for roles of leadership in today's ever-changing, always challenging society.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1931

Student Body

Total Students
243 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Basil Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Average SAT score
1160
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Oct. 19
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
48%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Admissions Director
Mrs. Kimberley Clearkin

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
othersService
Student Council


Arts and Music Programs:
Band/OrchestraChoir
Drama


Recreational Athletic Programs:
11 sports

School Notes

  • Saint Basil Academy, a college preparatory school, provides a unique learning environment where traditional values are affirmed and upheld, and new and challenging areas open to today's young women are evaluated and explored. Nurtured by the spiritual and cultural richness of its Ukrainian Catholic heritage, the Academy provides a diversified curriculum that respects individual needs. A dedicated faculty helps students develop solid Christian values and a strong sense of community pride that will prepare them for roles of leadership in today's ever-changing, always challenging society.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Basil Academy cost?
St. Basil Academy's tuition is approximately $13,100 for private students.
What sports does St. Basil Academy offer?
St. Basil Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball and Winter Track.
When is the application deadline for St. Basil Academy?
The application deadline for St. Basil Academy is Oct. 19.

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