St. Gabriel Parish School (Closed 2024)

20 E Cleveland Ave
Norwood, PA 19074
We seek to develop a community of faith, in which all members are "woven together -- to parents, priests, teachers, administrators and students -- to live the Word of God".
This community is strengthened in hope and love by fostering the growth of our students morally and spiritually, academically and intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally.
The presence of this strong, vibrant community enables students to establish harmonious relationships with themselves, their God, their families and the world.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
225 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • We seek to develop a community of faith, in which all members are "woven together -- to parents, priests, teachers, administrators and students -- to live the Word of God". This community is strengthened in hope and love by fostering the growth of our students morally and spiritually, academically and intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally. The presence of this strong, vibrant community enables students to establish harmonious relationships with themselves, their God, their families and the world.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Gabriel Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Gabriel Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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