St. Veronica/independence Mission School

St. Veronica/independence Mission School serves 213 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Veronica/independence Mission School is 18:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,800
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Veronica/independence Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1894
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Children To Reach Their God-Given Potential
School Mascot
Eagles

Student Body

Total Students
213 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
St. Veronica/independence Mission School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Veronica/independence Mission School cost?
St. Veronica/independence Mission School's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.
What schools are St. Veronica/independence Mission School often compared to?
St. Veronica/independence Mission School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Peter The Apostle School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Veronica/independence Mission School's ranking?
St. Veronica/independence Mission 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. Veronica/independence Mission School?
The application deadline for St. Veronica/independence Mission School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Veronica/independence Mission School located?
St. Veronica/independence Mission School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 45 other private schools located in North Philadelphia.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,800
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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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