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#701 of 873 private schools in PA

Archbishop John Carroll High School

High School

211 W MATSONFORD RD, Radnor, PA 19087

Private

Enrollment

674

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#701 of 873

In Radnor

#4 of 4

public schools

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5.4/10

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About Archbishop John Carroll High School

Archbishop John Carroll High School is a private high school in Radnor, PA. Archbishop John Carroll High School serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Archbishop John Carroll High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.2 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Archbishop John Carroll High School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Archbishop John Carroll High 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

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How Archbishop John Carroll High School compares to the 2 public schools in Radnor, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
674
This School
vs
865
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
9.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.9% vs 0%
Black 20.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Archbishop John Carroll High School Radnor Public Avg

All Schools in Radnor

School Rating
Archbishop John Carroll High School (this school) 5.4
Radnor El Sch 8.9
Radnor SHS 9.6

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 674
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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 PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.9%
Black 20.3%
Two or More 5.6%
Asian 3.9%
Native American 0.1%
Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

211 W MATSONFORD RD, Radnor, PA 19087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Archbishop John Carroll High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Harriton SHS (rated 9.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rosemont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Radnor SHS (rated 9.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wayne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Radnor, see our Radnor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
THE GRAYSON SCHOOL Radnor 0.0 mi 8.6
ST KATHERINE DAY SCHOOL -UPPER Radnor 0.0 mi 8.4
ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Malvern 0.0 mi 6.1
Radnor El Sch Radnor 0.4 mi 8.9
Radnor SHS Radnor 0.5 mi 9.6
Black Rock MS Villanova 0.8 mi 9.8
THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL Bryn Mawr 1.2 mi 7.5
TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN King Of Prussia 1.8 mi
ST KATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Wayne 1.5 mi 5.3
VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY Wayne 1.6 mi 7.8
HOLY CHILD SCHOOL AT ROSEMONT Bryn Mawr 1.7 mi 7.0
HILL TOP PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bryn Mawr 2.1 mi 7.4
Gulph EL Sch King Of Prussia 2.2 mi 8.0
Radnor MS Wayne 1.7 mi 9.1
MAIN LINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY INC Bryn Mawr 2.2 mi 8.4
ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova 2.2 mi 6.8
SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR Bryn Mawr 2.4 mi 8.1
ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr 2.4 mi 8.0
Harriton SHS Rosemont 2.0 mi 9.8
HERITAGE SCHOOL Wayne 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$165,451

Median Home Value

$693,200

Median Rent

$2,130/mo

Population

33,770

College Educated

78.1%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

39.8

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Charleroi Area HS Charleroi, PA 5.4
Cranberry Area JSHS Seneca, PA 5.4
Franklin LC Philadelphia, PA 5.4
Redbank Valley HS New Bethlehem, PA 5.4
ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA 5.5
Bethlehem-Center JSHS Fredericktown, PA 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Archbishop John Carroll High School

What grades does Archbishop John Carroll High School serve?

Archbishop John Carroll High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Archbishop John Carroll High School?

Archbishop John Carroll High School has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Archbishop John Carroll High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Archbishop John Carroll High School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Archbishop John Carroll High School rank in PA?

Archbishop John Carroll High School ranks #701 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Archbishop John Carroll High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Archbishop John Carroll High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Archbishop John Carroll High School a private school?

Yes, Archbishop John Carroll High 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 Archbishop John Carroll High School a religious school?

Archbishop John Carroll High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
674
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County

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