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St. Edmund's Academy

Welcome to St. Edmund's Academy! We are a private, independent, non-denominational, co-ed Preschool through 8th Grade day school located in Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. Guided by our Core Values and commitment to high standards, St. Edmund's Academy provides a diverse, inclusive, and nurturing learning community where students are known, valued, and challenged to achieve their potential.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 27%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Preschool/PreK - 5 Half Days - $13,500 | Preschool/PreK - 3/2 Program - $15,750 | Preschool/PreK/JrK - 5 Full Days - $17,000 | Kindergarten - 5 Full Days - $19,750 | 1st Grade - $22,750 | 2nd Grade - $22,750 | 3rd Grade - $23,750 | 4th Grade - $23,750 | 5th Grade - $24,750 | 6th Grade - $25,500 | 7th Grade - $25,500 | 8th Grade - $25,500 |www.stedmunds.net
% on Financial Aid
42%
Admissions Director
Becky Amis
Endowment Size
$5.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

Guided by our Core Values and commitment to high standards, St. Edmund's Academy provides a diverse, inclusive, and nurturing learning community where students are known, valued, and challenged to achieve their potential.

At the heart of every day, every decision, every practice, and every philosophy at St. Edmund's Academy lie our Core Values:
  • Respect for the needs and feelings of others.
  • The central role of honesty in relationships.
  • The importance of taking responsibility for one's own conduct.
  • The value of setting high standards in all endeavors.
  • The worthiness of service to others.
  • Understanding and appreciation of the differences among people.
With their graduation from St. Edmund's Academy, our graduates will...
1. Live with a clear sense of purpose and responsibility guided by St. Edmund's Academy's Core Values.
2. Thrive in secondary school and beyond through robust academic preparation.
3. Approach real world problems with humility and conviction.
4. Value collaborating with people with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
5. Recognize injustice and challenge themselves to honor the needs and worth of others.
6. Demonstrate a love of learning and commitment to personal growth.

Our graduates maintain a lifelong connection to the St. Edmund's Academy community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Edmund's Academy offer?
St. Edmund's Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. Edmund's Academy?
The application deadline for St. Edmund's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Edmund's Academy located?
St. Edmund's Academy is located in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 3 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill South.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
LAST DAY of Classes for All Students (PS-8th)
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 21, 2026 (Saturday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,257 for elementary schools and $18,297 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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