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#415 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 47% of private schools

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School

Elementary School

6515 OLD ROUTE 8 N, Butler, PA 16002

Private

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#415 of 873

In Butler

#2 of 6

public schools

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Holy Sepulcher Catholic School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Butler · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Holy Sepulcher Catholic School

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School is a private elementary school in Butler, PA. Holy Sepulcher Catholic School serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Sepulcher Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #415 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 120 students, Holy Sepulcher Catholic 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 Sepulcher 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.

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Sepulcher Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Butler, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
120
This School
vs
506
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.3% vs 0%
Black 0.8% vs 0%
Holy Sepulcher Catholic School Butler Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Sepulcher Catholic School (this school) 6.6
McQuistion El Sch 6.9
Butler Area IHS 7.1
Summit Township El Sch 7.1
Broad Street El Sch 7.6
Emily Brittain El Sch 6.4
Northwest El Sch 8.0
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

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)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 120
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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 95.8%
Hispanic 3.3%
Black 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6515 OLD ROUTE 8 N, Butler, PA 16002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Sepulcher Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richland El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Poff El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hance El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Gibsonia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler 3.5 mi 6.5
Mars Area Centennial Sch Mars 3.2 mi 6.5
Mars Area MS Mars 3.6 mi 5.1
LONGMORE ACADEMY Mars 3.9 mi 7.1
Mars Area SHS Mars 3.9 mi 8.2
Mars Area El Sch Mars 3.9 mi 7.5
Mars Area Primary Ctr Mars 4.0 mi 3.9
Eden Hall Upper El Sch Gibsonia 5.2 mi 8.6
Richland El Sch Gibsonia 5.3 mi 8.8
Knoch HS Saxonburg 5.1 mi 6.8
Knoch Intermediate El Sch Saxonburg 5.2 mi 7.7
Knoch Primary Sch Saxonburg 5.2 mi 7.5
Knoch MS Saxonburg 5.3 mi 4.7
HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler 6.3 mi 6.8
Hance El Sch Gibsonia 7.1 mi 8.0
Curtisville Pri Ctr Tarentum 7.0 mi 6.7
Pine-Richland MS Gibsonia 6.9 mi 7.3
Pine-Richland HS Gibsonia 6.9 mi 9.2
McQuistion El Sch Butler 8.1 mi 6.9
Poff El Sch Gibsonia 8.5 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,676

Median Home Value

$256,200

Median Rent

$787/mo

Population

15,722

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Sepulcher Catholic School

What grades does Holy Sepulcher Catholic School serve?

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Sepulcher Catholic School?

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Sepulcher Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Sepulcher Catholic School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Sepulcher Catholic School rank in PA?

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School ranks #415 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Holy Sepulcher Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Sepulcher Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Holy Sepulcher 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 Holy Sepulcher Catholic School a religious school?

Holy Sepulcher Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
120
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Butler County

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