St. Benedict The Moor School
Tel:
(412) 682-3755
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 (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 431 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
St. Benedict The Moor School places among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 431 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 97% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 18 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 24:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| 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.
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