St. Cecilia Elementary School

St. Cecilia Elementary School serves 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Cecilia Elementary School is 23:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Cecilia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
656 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Cecilia Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Cecilia Elementary School's ranking?
St. Cecilia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Cecilia Elementary School located?
St. Cecilia Elementary School is located in the Fox Chase neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other private schools located in Fox Chase.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,502 for elementary schools and $18,472 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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