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#639 of 873 private schools in PA
Butler Catholic School
Elementary School
515 E LOCUST ST, Butler, PA 16001
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#639 of 873
In Butler
#6 of 6
public schools
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Butler Catholic School
Elementary School in Butler · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Butler Catholic School
Butler Catholic School is a private elementary school in Butler, PA. Butler Catholic School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Butler Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #639 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Butler Catholic 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 Butler Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Butler, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Butler Catholic School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch | 6.4 |
| Broad Street El Sch | 7.6 |
| McQuistion El Sch | 6.9 |
| Butler Area IHS | 7.1 |
| Northwest El Sch | 8.0 |
| Summit Township El Sch | 7.1 |
| Center Township El Sch | 7.3 |
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
515 E LOCUST ST, Butler, PA 16001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butler Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwest El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Knoch Intermediate El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Saxonburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broad Street El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 0.2 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Butler Area IHS Butler | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Butler Area SHS Butler | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 1.6 mi | — |
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Center Township El Sch Butler | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY Herman | 4.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ST LUKE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cabot | 7.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Knoch Intermediate El Sch Saxonburg | 8.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Knoch MS Saxonburg | 8.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,325
Median Home Value
$191,400
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
39,733
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butler Catholic School
What grades does Butler Catholic School serve?
Butler Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Butler Catholic School?
Butler Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butler Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Butler Catholic School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Butler Catholic School rank in PA?
Butler Catholic School ranks #639 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Butler Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Butler Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Butler Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Butler Catholic 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 Butler Catholic School a religious school?
Butler Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (724) 285-4276
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