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Very Good

#285 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 33% of private schools

Depaul School

Middle School

475 MORGAN HWY, Scranton, PA 18508

Private

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

2nd – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#285 of 873

In Scranton

#2 of 10

public schools

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Depaul School

7.1/10

Middle School in Scranton · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Isaac Tripp EL Sch

2.5/10

1.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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3.0/10

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About Depaul School

Depaul School is a private middle school in Scranton, PA. Depaul School serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Depaul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.7 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • PA avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Depaul School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Depaul School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Depaul 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 Depaul School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Scranton, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
44
This School
vs
542
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
3.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.8% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Depaul School Scranton Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Depaul School (this school) 7.1
Isaac Tripp El Sch 2.5
Neil Armstrong #40 3.0
Robert Morris #27 4.0
Charles Sumner #18 3.6
Scranton HS 6.0
John Adams #4 2.6
Northeast Intrmd Sch 2.7
West Scranton Intrmd Sch 2.5
Frances Willard #32 4.6
William Prescott #38 3.8
South Scranton Intrmd Sch 3.0
John G Whittier #2 3.3
McNichols Plaza 3.1
John F. Kennedy #7 3.8
Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS 4.5

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)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 44
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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 81.8%
Two or More 9.1%
Black 4.5%
Hispanic 4.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

475 MORGAN HWY, Scranton, PA 18508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Depaul School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northeast Intrmd Sch (rated 2.7/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, West Scranton Intrmd Sch (rated 2.5/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Isaac Tripp El Sch Scranton 1.4 mi 2.5
Neil Armstrong #40 Scranton 1.4 mi 3.0
MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton 1.4 mi 5.6
South Abington Sch Chinchilla 1.8 mi 7.3
SCRANTON AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY DBA ABINGTON CHRIS South Abington Township 1.9 mi
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County Scranton 1.4 mi
REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton 1.6 mi 4.2
Charles Sumner #18 Scranton 2.3 mi 3.6
Scranton HS Scranton 2.3 mi 6.0
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton 2.5 mi 6.3
LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton 2.2 mi
THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton 2.2 mi
Robert Morris #27 Scranton 2.1 mi 4.0
John Adams #4 Scranton 2.4 mi 2.6
ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton 2.3 mi 5.3
ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton 2.3 mi 5.3
SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton 2.6 mi 4.9
West Scranton HS Scranton 2.9 mi 5.8
West Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton 3.0 mi 2.5
Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton 2.8 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,706

Median Home Value

$120,700

Median Rent

$1,034/mo

Population

11,347

College Educated

18.2%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Depaul School

What grades does Depaul School serve?

Depaul School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.

How many students attend Depaul School?

Depaul School has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Depaul School?

The student-teacher ratio at Depaul School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Depaul School rank in PA?

Depaul School ranks #285 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Depaul School's MySchoolScout rating?

Depaul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Depaul School a private school?

Yes, Depaul School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Depaul School a religious school?

No, Depaul School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
8 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
44
Gender Split
75% M / 25% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lackawanna County

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