St. Nicholas–Mary's School in Wilkes Barre, PA serves 354 students in grades PK through 8 within a Catholic, co–educational city–based private school setting.
Founded in 1873, the school is among the olde private schools in the area with a long–standing presence in the Wilkes Barre community.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 14:1 with an average class size of 22, supported by 25 faculty members.
Annual tuition is $2,425, positioning. Nicholas–Mary's among the more affordable Catholic elementary and middle schools in Wilkes Barre.
Approximately 22% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 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
354 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Where Good Beginnings Last a Lifetime
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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(570) 823-7574
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(570) 823-7574
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Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
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Wyoming Valley Montessori School
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851 W Market St
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-3708
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(570) 288-3708
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(570) 718-6611
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(570) 288-3708
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(570) 825-6425
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335 S Franklin St
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(570) 825-6425
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
0.3 miles
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221 Blackman St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 541-9047
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(570) 541-9047
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(570) 270-2100
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(570) 270-2100
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Genesis School
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562 Wyoming Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 552-3515
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 552-3515
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1150 Wyoming Ave
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(570) 714-2350
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(570) 714-2350
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Milford E Barnes Junior School
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335 S Franklin St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
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221 Blackman St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 541-9047
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 541-9047
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Cheder Menachem
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60 S River St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 793-2280
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Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 823-7574
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 823-7574
1.2 miles
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(570) 270-2100
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 270-2100
1.7 miles
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154 3rd Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-4111
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-4111
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 77 students
280 Hanover Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 824-4141
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 824-4141
1.2 miles
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(570) 270-2100
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 270-2100
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 819 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 48 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Good Shepherd Academy
(Catholic)
316 N Maple Ave
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-4724
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 718-4724
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 368 students
851 West Market Street
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 963-5458
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 963-5458
1.8 miles
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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West Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
809 Sycamore St
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
9408.2 miles
Gr: K-4 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Berwick Area High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Fowler Ave
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
9408.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 692 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Berwick Area Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Evergreen Drive
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
9408.5 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 837 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
East Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 East Tenth Street
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
9408.5 miles
Gr: K-4 | 539 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Valley El/ms
(Math: 22% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Rock Glen Rd
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(570) 459-3111
Sugarloaf, PA 18249
(570) 459-3111
9409.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 957 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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