St. Basil The Great School

Saint Basil the Great School is a school for Grades Pre-K through 8 located in Kimberton, PA.
Our mission is to prepare our students to live a life of Christian values.
Our academic success is validated by our Terra Nova scores, which are among the best in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and our graduates' achievements in high school and beyond.
The motto on our emblem - Pray, Work, Study, and Play - are our guiding principles each day. Click here to learn more about our philosophy.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 223 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Basil The Great 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
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
223 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Basil The Great School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Basil The Great School's ranking?
St. Basil The Great School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Basil The Great School?
The application deadline for St. Basil The Great School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5  
Fantastic Pre-Kindergarten program! Especially when you consider other full time options, St. Basil's provides much more. Miss Joan is wonderful & really does everything she can for her students. My child learned more in Pre-K than Kindergarten.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 223 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Chester County, PA is $22,711 for elementary schools and $31,762 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chester County, PA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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