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.: 13:1
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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20 Stevens Road
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 823-7574
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 823-7574
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(570) 825-6425
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 825-6425
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(570) 718-4724
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