St. Edward Elementary School in Herminie, PA, serves 130 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in an urban/large town community.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with a faculty of 10 teachers.
Founded in 1893,. Edward Elementary School operates as a co–ed Catholic initution affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association.
The udent body includes 3.6% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
This Pennsylvania Catholic elementary school ranks among the top 20% of private schools atewide based on its founding date.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Edward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
130 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Father David J. Nazimek - Pastor
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Edward Elementary School often compared to?
St. Edward Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Queen Of Angels Catholic School, Heritage Baptist Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from St. Edward Elementary School?
St. Edward Elementary School famous alumni include: Father David J. Nazimek - Pastor.
What is St. Edward Elementary School's ranking?
St. Edward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Edward Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Edward Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Edward Elementary School is The Church Christian Academy (4.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Queen Of Angels Catholic School (4.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is North Huntingdon KinderCare (3.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
North Huntingdon KinderCare ![North Huntingdon KinderCare Photo - North Huntingdon KinderCare]( "North Huntingdon KinderCare Photo - North Huntingdon KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
8895 Norwin Ave.
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8090
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8090
3.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Calvary Preschool Center
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
8653 Pennsylvania Avenue
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-3086
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-3086
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 112 students Avg. class size: 18 students
Queen Of Angels Catholic School
(Catholic)
1 Main St
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 978-0144
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 978-0144
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
The Church Christian Academy
(Christian)
738 1st St
Sutersville, PA 15083
(724) 446-4020
Sutersville, PA 15083
(724) 446-4020
4.6 miles
Gr: 1-11 | 16 students
Jb's Bright Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
780 Brush Hill Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-5310
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-5310
4.7 miles
Gr: K | 4 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Church Christian Academy
(Christian)
738 1st St
Sutersville, PA 15083
(724) 446-4020
Sutersville, PA 15083
(724) 446-4020
4.6 miles
Gr: 1-11 | 16 students
Heritage Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1015 Lowry Ave
Jeannette, PA 15644
(724) 523-8820
Jeannette, PA 15644
(724) 523-8820
6.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students
200 Hershey Dr
Mckeesport, PA 15132
(412) 751-2020
Mckeesport, PA 15132
(412) 751-2020
7.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 268 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
15020 Ardara Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 804-7272
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 804-7272
7.3 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 33 students
911 Armory Dr
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-0310
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-0310
8.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 375 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Queen Of Angels Catholic School
(Catholic)
1 Main St
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 978-0144
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 978-0144
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
The Church Christian Academy
(Christian)
738 1st St
Sutersville, PA 15083
(724) 446-4020
Sutersville, PA 15083
(724) 446-4020
4.6 miles
Gr: 1-11 | 16 students
Heritage Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
1015 Lowry Ave
Jeannette, PA 15644
(724) 523-8820
Jeannette, PA 15644
(724) 523-8820
6.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students
15020 Ardara Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 804-7272
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 804-7272
7.3 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 33 students
Hilltop Baptist School
(Baptist)
280 Stone Church Rd
Hunker, PA 15639
(724) 925-7100
Hunker, PA 15639
(724) 925-7100
7.4 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 6 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
North Huntingdon KinderCare ![North Huntingdon KinderCare Photo - North Huntingdon KinderCare]( "North Huntingdon KinderCare Photo - North Huntingdon KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
8895 Norwin Ave.
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8090
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8090
3.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Calvary Preschool Center
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
8653 Pennsylvania Avenue
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-3086
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-3086
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 112 students Avg. class size: 18 students
Queen Of Angels Catholic School
(Catholic)
1 Main St
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 978-0144
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 978-0144
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Jb's Bright Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
780 Brush Hill Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-5310
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-5310
4.7 miles
Gr: K | 4 students
Creative Adventures Learning Center, Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
469 Colt Drive
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 864-1004
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 864-1004
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 104 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bethlehem-center Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
194 Crawford Rd
Fredericktown, PA 15333
(724) 267-4910
Fredericktown, PA 15333
(724) 267-4910
9299.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 483 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Bethlehem-center Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
179 Crawford Rd
Fredericktown, PA 15333
(724) 267-4910
Fredericktown, PA 15333
(724) 267-4910
9299.6 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 448 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Bentworth Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
563 Lincoln Avenue
Bentleyville, PA 15314
(724) 239-4431
Bentleyville, PA 15314
(724) 239-4431
9300.7 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Bentworth El Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Bearcat Dr
Bentleyville, PA 15314
(724) 239-3606
Bentleyville, PA 15314
(724) 239-3606
9300.8 miles
Gr: K-4 | 413 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Bentworth Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Bearcat Dr
Bentleyville, PA 15314
(724) 239-5911
Bentleyville, PA 15314
(724) 239-5911
9300.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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