Below Average
#758 of 873 private schools in PA
Bishop Shanahan High School
High School
220 WOODBINE RD, Downingtown, PA 19335
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#758 of 873
In Downingtown
#2 of 2
public schools
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Bishop Shanahan High School
High School in Downingtown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bishop Shanahan High School
Bishop Shanahan High School is a private high school in Downingtown, PA. Bishop Shanahan High School serves approximately 908 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Shanahan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Shanahan 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 Shanahan High School compares to the 13 public schools in Downingtown, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Downingtown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Shanahan High School (this school) | 4.7 |
| East Ward El Sch | 8.1 |
| Chester County Tech College HS - Brandywine Campus | 5.8 |
| Downingtown STEM Academy | 9.4 |
| Downingtown HS West Campus | 8.4 |
| Downingtown MS | 6.6 |
| Uwchlan Hills El Sch | 8.4 |
| Beaver Creek El Sch | 8.0 |
| Bradford Hgts El Sch | 7.9 |
| Lionville El Sch | 8.5 |
| Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center | 7.8 |
| Shamona Creek El Sch | 8.4 |
| West Bradford El Sch | 8.4 |
| Brandywine-Wallace El Sch | 8.6 |
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
220 WOODBINE RD, Downingtown, PA 19335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Shanahan High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downingtown STEM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Downingtown HS East Campus (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Exton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Downingtown HS West Campus (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downingtown, see our Downingtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chester County Tech College HS - Brandywine Campus Downingtown | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| East Ward El Sch Downingtown | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| DEVEREUX DAY SCHOOL-CARES Downingtown | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Uwchlan Hills El Sch Downingtown | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Downingtown STEM Academy Downingtown | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Collegium CS Exton | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Downingtown HS West Campus Downingtown | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Bradford Hgts El Sch Downingtown | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Downingtown MS Downingtown | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Beaver Creek El Sch Downingtown | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Lionville El Sch Downingtown | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Downingtown HS East Campus Exton | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Mary C Howse El Sch West Chester | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Lionville MS Exton | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center Downingtown | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CREATIVE KIDS OF DOWNINGTOWN Downingtown | 2.8 mi | — |
| Insight PA Cyber CS Exton | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Shamona Creek El Sch Downingtown | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| East Bradford El Sch West Chester | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Achievement House CS Exton | 3.9 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,839
Median Home Value
$464,400
Median Rent
$1,647/mo
Population
52,524
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Karns City HS Karns City, PA | 4.7 |
| Franklin Area JSHS Franklin, PA | 4.8 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke, PA | 4.6 |
| South Philadelphia HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
| East Allegheny JSHS North Versailles, PA | 4.5 |
| Furness Horace HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Shanahan High School
What grades does Bishop Shanahan High School serve?
Bishop Shanahan High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Shanahan High School?
Bishop Shanahan High School has an enrollment of approximately 908 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Shanahan High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Shanahan High School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Shanahan High School rank in PA?
Bishop Shanahan High School ranks #758 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Bishop Shanahan High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Shanahan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Shanahan High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Shanahan 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 Shanahan High School a religious school?
Bishop Shanahan High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 908
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 343-6250
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