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#440 of 873 private schools in PA
Holy Rosary Elementary School
Elementary School
125 STEPHENSON ST, Duryea, PA 18642
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#440 of 873
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Holy Rosary Elementary School
Elementary School in Duryea · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Rosary Elementary School
Holy Rosary Elementary School is a private elementary school in Duryea, PA. Holy Rosary Elementary School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Rosary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #440 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, Holy Rosary Elementary 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.
Holy Rosary Elementary 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.
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
125 STEPHENSON ST, Duryea, PA 18642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Rosary Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wyoming Area Primary Ctr (rated 6.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riverside El Sch East (rated 6.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Moosic), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Scranton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Duryea, see our Duryea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pittston Area MS Pittston | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Pittston City Intrmd Ctr Pittston | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Martin F Quinn Pittston Area Primary Ctr Pittston | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Old Forge JSHS Old Forge | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Old Forge El Sch Old Forge | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| TRIBORO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Forge | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Wyoming Area Intermediate Ctr West Pittston | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Riverside El Sch West Taylor | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Riverside JSHS Taylor | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Wyoming Area Sec Ctr Exeter | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Wyoming Area Kindergarten Ctr Exeter | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Pittston Area SHS Pittston | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Riverside El Sch East Moosic | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Wyoming Area Primary Ctr Wyoming | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| John F. Kennedy #7 Scranton | 4.9 mi | 3.8 |
| West Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton | 5.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Frances Willard #32 Scranton | 5.5 mi | 4.6 |
| West Scranton HS Scranton | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center Wilkes-Barre | 6.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,587
Median Home Value
$154,100
Median Rent
$1,122/mo
Population
4,469
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
70.8%
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME DE LOURDES SCHOOL Swarthmore, PA | 6.5 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler, PA | 6.5 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Willow Grove, PA | 6.5 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 6.5 |
| ST, JOSEPH ST. ROBERT SCHOOL Warrington, PA | 6.5 |
| THE GLEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Rosary Elementary School
What grades does Holy Rosary Elementary School serve?
Holy Rosary Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Rosary Elementary School?
Holy Rosary Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Rosary Elementary School rank in PA?
Holy Rosary Elementary School ranks #440 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Holy Rosary Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Rosary Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Rosary Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Holy Rosary Elementary 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 Holy Rosary Elementary School a religious school?
Holy Rosary Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 151
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 457-2553
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