The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 258 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,500
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University
Nursery	35
Pre-K	60
Kind	17
1	15
2	23
3	17
4	16
5	31
6	14
7	12
8	18

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Year Founded

1963

School Motto

A More Just & Merciful World

Student Body

Total Students

258 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

72%

Average Class Size

12 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Laboratory Schools (NALS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Montessori Educational Programs International (MEPI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,500

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid Available

% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,800

Admissions Director

Veronica Slain

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerSwimming

Tennis

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Entlish FestivalForensics

FrenchGeo Bee

MathCountsPennsylvania Junior Academy of Sciences

RoboticsScripps National Spelling Bee

Recreational Athletic Programs:

SkiSwim

School Notes

Through the partnering of spiritual values and academic excellence, The Campus School of Carlow University fosters in each child a love of life and learning and a sense of responsibility and purpose.
Our students bring intellectual and cultural diversity, grit and determination, and an innate curiosity to our classrooms; our parents are deeply invested and actively engaged in their children’s education; and our faculty are highly qualified,experienced, and committed to The Campus School mission to provide students with an engaging learning environment that distinguishes our school as learner-centered, innovative,creative, and rooted in the Mercy tradition of love, service,and faith.

The Campus School is an independent, Catholic, coeducational, laboratory school which seeks students from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate a strong interest in learning and whose families will be committed to the goals of the school. Rooted in the values-based tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, The Campus School provides a nurturing environment which focuses on the uniqueness of each child and encourages a spirit of community and service to others.The Campus School admits students of any race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University cost?

The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University's tuition is approximately $11,500 for private students.

What sports does The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University offer?

The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Swimming and Tennis.

What is The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University's ranking?

The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University?

The application deadline for The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University located?

The Campus Laboratory School Of Carlow University is located in the West Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.

School Reviews

5 9/4/2019

We have been a part of the school community for 2 years and couldn't be more pleased with the individual attention and care that our son is getting there. I feel that the academics are developmentally appropriate and individually tailored, while at the same time rigorous. I especially appreciate the ways that STEAM initiatives are woven throughout the curriculum and the way that the school manages to maintain order and calm while still allowing the students to move around the classroom and collaborate with their teachers and fellow classmates throughout the day. The school is continuing to build and strengthen ties with Carlow University's Dept of Education and many exciting initiatives seem to be on the horizon, including expanded extracurricular offerings, a brand new gym facility, and an increasing focus on STEAM-focused project learning (mobile maker spaces throughout the school, etc). I think this school is a hidden gem, and it's not going to stay hidden for long.

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