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#35 of 59 private schools in DE
St Peter Cathedral School
Elementary School
310 W 6TH ST, Wilmington, DE 19801
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#35 of 59
In Wilmington
#13 of 21
public schools
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St Peter Cathedral School
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About St Peter Cathedral School
St Peter Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Wilmington, DE. St Peter Cathedral School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- DE avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, St Peter Cathedral School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Peter Cathedral School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peter Cathedral School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Peter Cathedral School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmington, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter Cathedral School (this school) | 6.3 |
| First State Montessori Academy | 7.9 |
| Lewis (William C.) Dual Language Elementary School | 6.3 |
| The Bancroft School | 4.9 |
| Kuumba Academy Charter School | 6.2 |
| Freire Charter School | 3.5 |
| First State School | — |
| Stubbs Early Education Center | 2.3 |
| Shortlidge (Evan G.) Academy | 3.0 |
| The Bayard School | 7.0 |
| Warner Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Edison (Thomas A.) Charter School | 5.0 |
| Johnson (Joseph E. Jr) Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Douglass School | 6.6 |
| East Side Charter School | 6.5 |
| duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School | 7.2 |
| Harlan (David W. ) Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts | 7.8 |
| Richardson Park Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Odyssey Charter School | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Wilmington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DE.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
310 W 6TH ST, Wilmington, DE 19801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. First State Montessori Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URSULINE ACADEMY, LOWER (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY OF PADUA GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,505
Median Home Value
$196,000
Median Rent
$1,126/mo
Population
16,170
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEWARK CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Newark, DE | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL DE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover, DE | 6.6 |
| LEARNING EXPRESS ACADEMY Newark, DE | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter Cathedral School
What grades does St Peter Cathedral School serve?
St Peter Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter Cathedral School?
St Peter Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Cathedral School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter Cathedral School rank in DE?
St Peter Cathedral School ranks #35 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is St Peter Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Peter Cathedral School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Peter Cathedral School a religious school?
St Peter Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New Castle County
- Phone
- (302) 656-5234
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