St. Nicholas-st Mary's School serves 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Nicholas-st Mary's School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,425
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
325 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Nicholas-st Mary's School cost?
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School's tuition is approximately $2,425 for private students.
What sports does St. Nicholas-st Mary's School offer?
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Softball and Volleyball.
What is St. Nicholas-st Mary's School's ranking?
St. Nicholas-st Mary's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Nicholas-st Mary's School?
The application deadline for St. Nicholas-st Mary's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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