St. Francis School

St. Francis School opened its doors in 1893. It was located on the land now covered by the church parking lot.
The sisters of St. Joseph were placed in charge of the school.
During its first decade, the school proved viable and was ready for larger facilities.
St Francis school is a catholic school because Catholic education focuses on the whole person, on the physical, moral, and intellectual talents of each student.
Catholic education inspires a spirit of learning, knowing, and understanding the worthwhile goals of life.
Catholic education further facilitates the blending of religion with the challenge of learning and living through a well-balanced curriculum.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 197 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Francis School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

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What is St. Francis School's ranking?
St. Francis School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis School?
The application deadline for St. Francis School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 197 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $10,889 for elementary schools and $16,385 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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