St. Rose Of Lima School

St. Rose Of Lima School serves 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Rose Of Lima School is 25:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Rose Of Lima School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1922

Student Body

Total Students
249 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Rose Of Lima School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Rose Of Lima School's ranking?
St. Rose Of Lima School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Rose Of Lima School?
The application deadline for St. Rose Of Lima School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Rose Of Lima School located?
St. Rose Of Lima School is located in the Carroll Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Philadelphia, PA is $12,173 for elementary schools and $15,466 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Philadelphia, PA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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