St. Benedict The Moor School
St. Benedict the Moor School is an African American Catholic School with a mission statement that defines the school.
Its purpose is to provide excellence in education and strong Christian character development in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem in our students.
St. Benedict the Moor School is an instrument of evangelization and those who teach and work here are primarily ministers of the Good News, espousing social justice, and Gospel values.
The primary goal of St. Benedict the Moor School is to provide excellence in education and strong Christian character development in an atmosphere that promotes self-confidence and self-esteem.
A strong curriculum is provided which includes the doctrine and teachings of the Catholic faith.
Meeting the needs of the whole child is a priority in the total school program.
There is a specific importance placed on the special needs of each student.
The total school program provides our students with a strong knowledge base about the great influences and contributions of their culture and race on the history of the Unitied States.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 431 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Benedict The Moor School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
431 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Benedict the Moor School is an African American Catholic School with a mission statement that defines the school. Its purpose is to provide excellence in education and strong Christian character development in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem in our students. St. Benedict the Moor School is an instrument of evangelization and those who teach and work here are primarily ministers of the Good News, espousing social justice, and Gospel values. The primary goal of St. Benedict the Moor School is to provide excellence in education and strong Christian character development in an atmosphere that promotes self-confidence and self-esteem. A strong curriculum is provided which includes the doctrine and teachings of the Catholic faith. Meeting the needs of the whole child is a priority in the total school program. There is a specific importance placed on the special needs of each student. The total school program provides our students with a strong knowledge base about the great influences and contributions of their culture and race on the history of the Unitied States.
Source: Verified school update
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