St. Jude School is an elementary Pre-K through 8th grade school that is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary Schools.
The school functions in accord with the directives of the Catholic Church, the Scranton Diocesan Office of Education and Religious Education and the State of Pennsylvania.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,125
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Jude School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1958
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2014
Student Body
Total Students
311 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Jude School cost?
St. Jude School's tuition is approximately $6,125 for private students.
What is St. Jude School's ranking?
St. Jude School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Jude School?
The application deadline for St. Jude School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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