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#323 of 478 private schools in IN

St Philip School

Elementary School

3420 SAINT PHILLIPS RD S, Mount Vernon, IN 47620

Private

Enrollment

161

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#323 of 478

In Mount Vernon

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Philip School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Mount Vernon · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West Terrace Elementary School

8.4/10

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9.2/10

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About St Philip School

St Philip School is a private elementary school in Mount Vernon, IN. St Philip School serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Philip School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for St Philip School show 16% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.7 pts below IN schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 161 students, St Philip 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.

St Philip 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.

St Philip School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Philip School compares to the 5 public schools in Mount Vernon, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
161
This School
vs
412
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.8% vs 0%
St Philip School Mount Vernon Public Avg

All Schools in Mount Vernon

School Rating
St Philip School (this school) 5.9
Marrs Elementary School 9.2
Mount Vernon Jr High School 6.6
Farmersville Elementary School 9.3
Mount Vernon High School 7.1
West Elementary School 8.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 161
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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 IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.6% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 13.3% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 98.8%
Two or More 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3420 SAINT PHILLIPS RD S, Mount Vernon, IN 47620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Philip School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Terrace Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Wadesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marrs Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Daniel Wertz Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Evansville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
West Terrace Elementary School Evansville 2.7 mi 8.4
Marrs Elementary School Mount Vernon 3.7 mi 9.2
Perry Heights Middle School Evansville 3.8 mi 8.3
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Evansville 4.0 mi 7.6
RESURRECTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evansville 4.7 mi 7.3
Daniel Wertz Elementary School Evansville 5.1 mi 8.5
Tekoppel Elementary School Evansville 5.3 mi 7.0
Cynthia Heights Elementary School Evansville 5.9 mi 8.3
MATER DEI HIGH SCHOOL Evansville 5.4 mi 6.0
South Terrace Elementary Wadesville 6.7 mi 9.5
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evansville 6.6 mi 6.3
WESTSIDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Evansville 5.8 mi 7.6
Francis Joseph Reitz High School Evansville 6.1 mi 7.6
Helfrich Park STEM Academy Evansville 6.1 mi 7.2
ST WENDEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wadesville 8.4 mi 7.0
Cedar Hall Community School Evansville 7.4 mi 6.4
Thompkins Middle School Evansville 7.7 mi 6.8
HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL /DIOCESE Evansville 7.9 mi 7.4
Central High School Evansville 8.0 mi 8.1
Signature School Inc Evansville 8.1 mi 9.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,869

Median Home Value

$215,600

Median Rent

$755/mo

Population

12,533

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Philip School

What grades does St Philip School serve?

St Philip School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Philip School?

St Philip School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philip School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Philip School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Philip School rank in IN?

St Philip School ranks #323 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is St Philip School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Philip School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Philip School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Philip School has 16% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is St Philip School a private school?

Yes, St Philip 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 Philip School a religious school?

St Philip School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
161
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Posey County

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