Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Bede School
About the School
- The St. Bede School community promotes the educational mission of the Catholic Church by teaching the Gospel message, by worshiping together, by serving others, and by continuing to grow as a community.
- The message of Jesus is central to all that occurs in the school.
- Gospel values are taught by precept and example.
- We acknowledge the importance of prayer to spiritual development and provide opportunities for children and adults to come together to worship.
- At St. Bede School we recognize each student as a living expression of God's love.
- We accept each student as intrinsically good and deserving of unconditional respect.
- We believe each student is unique, having special talents, abilities, and needs.
- We accept responsibility for not only fostering the student's intellectual growth, but also fostering the student's spiritual, emotional, social, and physical development.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Bede School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
290 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes
- The St. Bede School community promotes the educational mission of the Catholic Church by teaching the Gospel message, by worshiping together, by serving others, and by continuing to grow as a community. The message of Jesus is central to all that occurs in the school. Gospel values are taught by precept and example. We acknowledge the importance of prayer to spiritual development and provide opportunities for children and adults to come together to worship. At St. Bede School we recognize each student as a living expression of God's love. We accept each student as intrinsically good and deserving of unconditional respect. We believe each student is unique, having special talents, abilities, and needs. We accept responsibility for not only fostering the student's intellectual growth, but also fostering the student's spiritual, emotional, social, and physical development.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Bede School often compared to?
St. Bede School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Bede School's ranking?
St. Bede School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Bede School?
The application deadline for St. Bede School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Bede School located?
St. Bede School is located in the Point Breeze neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other private schools located in Point Breeze.
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