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#177 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 20% of private schools

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School

Elementary School

555 S 25TH ST, Harrisburg, PA 17104

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#177 of 873

In Harrisburg

#4 of 16

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About Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School is a private elementary school in Harrisburg, PA. Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.1 pts above PA schools

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, Harrisburg Catholic Elementry 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.

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry 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.

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How Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.2:1

This School

16.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

194

This School

1,365

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.5

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 34.5% vs 0%

Black 25.3% vs 0%

White 17.5% vs 0%

Asian 2.1% vs 0%

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School Harrisburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School (this school)	—	194	12.2:1	7.5
Marshall Math Science Academy	0.2 mi	380	76:1	2.7
Marshall Academy	0.2 mi	73	3.2:1	4.7
Melrose Sch	0.6 mi	605	17.3:1	4.6
Paxtang El Sch	0.7 mi	280	16.5:1	4.6
Scott Sch	0.8 mi	489	16.9:1	4.4
Rowland Academy	0.9 mi	577	19.2:1	3.7
Susquehanna Twp MS	1.2 mi	744	17.3:1	2.3
Premier Arts and Science CS	1.3 mi	163	12.5:1	4.6
Cougar Academy	1.3 mi	322	15.3:1	6.2
Sylvan Heights Science CS	1.4 mi	209	16.1:1	2.7
Foose Sch	1.4 mi	511	10.6:1	4.3
Reach Cyber CS	1.6 mi	6,146	12:1	5.4
Downey Sch	1.9 mi	406	12.3:1	4.1
Lawnton El Sch	1.9 mi	285	13.6:1	4.4
South Side El Sch	2.2 mi	676	16.1:1	4.2
Benjamin Franklin Sch	2.2 mi	740	16.4:1	4.6
Sara Lindemuth El Sch	2.4 mi	789	16.8:1	3.9
Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS	2.5 mi	279	15.5:1	4.5
Central Dauphin MS	2.6 mi	855	14.5:1	5.3
Phillips El Sch	2.8 mi	414	14.3:1	4.5

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Harrisburg

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

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 74%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 194

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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)

Hispanic 34.5%

Black 25.3%

Two or More 20.1%

White 17.5%

Asian 2.1%

Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

555 S 25TH ST, Harrisburg, PA 17104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Melrose Sch (rated 4.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg	0.2 mi	380	2.7
Marshall Academy Harrisburg	0.2 mi	73	4.7
Harrisburg HS Harrisburg	0.4 mi	1,333	3.6
Melrose Sch Harrisburg	0.6 mi	605	4.6
Paxtang El Sch Harrisburg	0.7 mi	280	4.6
Scott Sch Harrisburg	0.8 mi	489	4.4
HANSEL & GRETEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg	0.9 mi	15	—
Rowland Academy Harrisburg	0.9 mi	577	3.7
ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Harrisburg	1.2 mi	212	6.9
Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg	1.2 mi	744	2.3
Foose Sch Harrisburg	1.4 mi	511	4.3
Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg	1.4 mi	209	2.7
JOSHUA LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg	1.3 mi	14	—
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg	1.3 mi	43	6.6
Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg	1.3 mi	163	4.6
THE CIRCLE SCHOOL Harrisburg	1.3 mi	47	7.3
Cougar Academy Harrisburg	1.3 mi	322	6.2
MERAKEY EDUCATION & AUTISM CENTER Harrisburg	1.6 mi	9	—
ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL Harrisburg	1.6 mi	331	7.3
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg	1.9 mi	243	6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,113

Median Home Value

$102,200

Median Rent

$953/mo

Population

19,401

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

40.4%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

30.5%

Median Age

34.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg, PA	194	7.5
Hoover El Sch Camp Hill, PA	250	7.5
Juniata El Sch Dubois, PA	270	7.5
Nescopeck El Sch Nescopeck, PA	151	7.5
OUR MOTHER OF CONSOLATION PARISH SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA	177	7.5
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 Pittsburgh, PA	259	7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School

What grades does Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School serve?

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School?

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrisburg Catholic Elementry 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 Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School rank in PA?

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School ranks #177 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School a private school?

Yes, Harrisburg Catholic Elementry 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 Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School a religious school?

Harrisburg Catholic Elementry School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 34 Some Transit
Bike Score: 49 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 194
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Dauphin County
Phone: (717) 232-2551

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