St. Dominic School

St. Dominic School in Philadelphia, PA serves 367 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based, coeducational setting.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 22:1 with an average class size of 21, supporting classroom instruction for early childhood and elementary levels.
Dominic School offers a Catholic–affiliated education and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 39% of the udent body represent students of color, reflecting some level of diversity within its Northeast Philadelphia community.
The school ranks among the large private schools in Pennsylvania based on student enrollment within the pre–K to 8 grade span.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
367 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
21 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
SMART (tuition management system)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Saint Dominic
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Dominic School often compared to?
St. Dominic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Matthew by visitors of our site.
What is St. Dominic School's ranking?
St. Dominic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Dominic School?
The application deadline for St. Dominic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Dominic School located?
St. Dominic School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $13,025 for elementary schools and $18,927 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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