St. Gabriel School serves 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Gabriel School is 15:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,500
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Gabriel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1908
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
181 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
84%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
4%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Girls - blue uniform Boys - blue pants and white golf shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Aid is available and most families qualify for at least some form of financial aid.
% on Financial Aid
90%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Admissions Director
Mrs. Katherine Gomez-Polanco
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art ClubArts & Crafts Club
Cooking Club
School Notes
- St. Gabriel School is now
- An Independence Mission School.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Gabriel School cost?
St. Gabriel School's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
What sports does St. Gabriel School offer?
St. Gabriel School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is St. Gabriel School's ranking?
St. Gabriel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Gabriel School?
The application deadline for St. Gabriel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Gabriel School located?
St. Gabriel School is located in the Grays Ferry neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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