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#383 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 44% of private schools
Bishop Mcdevitt High School
High School
1 CRUSADER WAY, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#383 of 873
In Harrisburg
#10 of 16
public schools
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Bishop Mcdevitt High School
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About Bishop Mcdevitt High School
Bishop Mcdevitt High School is a private high school in Harrisburg, PA. Bishop Mcdevitt High School serves approximately 716 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Mcdevitt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #383 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Mcdevitt 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
BetaHow Bishop Mcdevitt High School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Mcdevitt High School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS | 5.5 |
| Reach Cyber CS | 5.4 |
| Dauphin County Technical School | 7.1 |
| Harrisburg HS | 3.6 |
| Susquehanna Twp HS | 5.1 |
| Cougar Academy | 6.2 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp | 7.6 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts CS | 7.8 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS | 4.3 |
| Central Dauphin SHS | 7.2 |
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 PA.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1 CRUSADER WAY, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Mcdevitt High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dauphin County Technical School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Dauphin East SHS (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Dauphin East MS Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| South Side El Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Infinity CS Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Phillips El Sch Harrisburg | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Rutherford El Sch Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Dauphin County Technical School Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Reach Cyber CS Harrisburg | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Central Dauphin MS Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| THE CIRCLE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION & AUTISM CENTER Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE SAMUEL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.2 mi | — |
| North Side El Sch Harrisburg | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Paxtang El Sch Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Swatara MS Steelton | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| FOLLOW ME CHRISTIAN EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Harrisburg | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,314
Median Home Value
$225,500
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
35,818
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belle Vernon Area HS Belle Vernon, PA | 6.7 |
| LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Park Performing Arts CS Midland, PA | 6.7 |
| Penns Valley Area JSHS Spring Mills, PA | 6.7 |
| ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova, PA | 6.8 |
| Big Spring HS Newville, PA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Mcdevitt High School
What grades does Bishop Mcdevitt High School serve?
Bishop Mcdevitt High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Mcdevitt High School?
Bishop Mcdevitt High School has an enrollment of approximately 716 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Mcdevitt High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Mcdevitt High School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Mcdevitt High School rank in PA?
Bishop Mcdevitt High School ranks #383 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Bishop Mcdevitt High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Mcdevitt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Mcdevitt High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Mcdevitt 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 Bishop Mcdevitt High School a religious school?
Bishop Mcdevitt High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 716
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 236-7973
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