St. William School serves 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. The student:teacher of St.
William School is 20:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
298 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. William School?
The application deadline for St. William School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. William School located?
St. William School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 29 other private schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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