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Pre-K largest at 25 students, more than any other grade at St. Laurentius School.

Year Founded

1890

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School Motto

St. Laurentius School serves the children who are entrusted to our care by providing an interdisciplinary Catholic education.

Student Body

Total Students

164 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

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Advanced Courses

Advanced Math grade 5 and above

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is graded upon 3 categories and number of children in the school

% on Financial Aid

25%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

SoccerTrack and Field

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Science ExplorersTrivia Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Children's ChoirChoral Club

Electric Guitar and Ukele lessons

School Notes

Located in the heart of the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia for 126 years, St. Laurentius School is a place where hearts touch and minds soar. Our mission is to serve the students who are entrusted to our care, while proclaiming and teaching the Catholic faith while providing a challenging academic education. Utiliziing a variety of resources, we provide opportunites for personal formation in a safe and caring environment that encourages the growth of future life-long learners in a global society.

Serving the Fishtown community for 126 years,St. Laurentius School is a bright, student-centered, family-oriented community. As a Middle States Accredited institution, we offer Advance Math,and a World Language Program for grades 5-8. Art, Music, Technology, and Physical Education is offered in grades K-8. We are moving forward with Technology by creating classroom sets of ipads and Chrome books. Please call us for a tour, and our principal will take you around and answer all your questions. You will also have time to speak with teachers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Laurentius School cost?

St. Laurentius School's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.

What sports does St. Laurentius School offer?

St. Laurentius School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer and Track and Field.

What is St. Laurentius School's ranking?

St. Laurentius School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Laurentius School?

The application deadline for St. Laurentius School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Laurentius School located?

St. Laurentius School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 43 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

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