Very Good
#144 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 16% of private schools
Cathedral Preparatory School
High School
225 W 9TH ST, Erie, PA 16501
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#144 of 873
In Erie
#3 of 14
public schools
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Cathedral Preparatory School
High School in Erie · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cathedral Preparatory School
Cathedral Preparatory School is a private high school in Erie, PA. Cathedral Preparatory School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cathedral Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Cathedral Preparatory 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 Cathedral Preparatory School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Erie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cathedral Preparatory School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence | 3.1 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy | 8.8 |
| Erie HS | 2.0 |
| Iroquois JSHS | 5.2 |
| McDowell HS | 7.2 |
| Erie County Technical School | — |
| Seneca HS | 7.8 |
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
225 W 9TH ST, Erie, PA 16501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cathedral Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northwest PA Collegiate Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Perseus House CS of Excellence (rated 3.1/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Perry El Sch Erie | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Erie HS Erie | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Strong Vincent MS Erie | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ERIE DAY SCHOOL Erie | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| East MS Erie | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Harding Sch Erie | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Grover Cleveland El Sch Erie | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Erie | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erie | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$14,579
Median Rent
$411/mo
Population
1,919
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
3.2%
Poverty Rate
61%
Median Age
55.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GLOBAL VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotland, PA | 7.6 |
| Girard HS Girard, PA | 7.6 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp Harrisburg, PA | 7.6 |
| Jeannette HS Jeannette, PA | 7.6 |
| Kane Area HS Kane, PA | 7.6 |
| Mifflinburg Area SHS Mifflinburg, PA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cathedral Preparatory School
What grades does Cathedral Preparatory School serve?
Cathedral Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cathedral Preparatory School?
Cathedral Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cathedral Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cathedral Preparatory School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cathedral Preparatory School rank in PA?
Cathedral Preparatory School ranks #144 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Cathedral Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cathedral Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cathedral Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Cathedral Preparatory School is a private all-boys 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 Cathedral Preparatory School a religious school?
Cathedral Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (814) 453-7737
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