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#610 of 873 private schools in PA

Immaculate Heart of Mary School

Elementary School

815 E CATHEDRAL RD, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#610 of 873

In Philadelphia

#71 of 95

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About Immaculate Heart of Mary School

Immaculate Heart of Mary School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Immaculate Heart of Mary School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #610 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.5 pts below PA schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Immaculate Heart of Mary 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 Immaculate Heart of Mary School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.4:1

This School

13.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

333

This School

576

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

4.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.5% vs 0%

Black 6.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%

Asian 3.9% vs 0%

Immaculate Heart of Mary School Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Immaculate Heart of Mary School (this school)	—	333	16.4:1	5.9
Shawmont Sch	0.9 mi	417	12.6:1	5.6
Green Woods CS	1.5 mi	702	16:1	5.6
John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences	1.8 mi	385	13.3:1	5.0
Houston Henry E Sch	2.2 mi	419	14.4:1	5.1
Dobson James Sch	2.3 mi	230	10.5:1	6.7
Henry Charles W Sch	2.4 mi	496	14.2:1	7.6
Lingelbach Anna L Sch	3.1 mi	331	12.7:1	4.6
Emlen Eleanor C Sch	3.1 mi	326	11.2:1	5.4
AMY NW	3.2 mi	134	9.6:1	4.1
Hill Freedman World Academy	3.2 mi	572	11:1	6.6
Cook-Wissahickon Sch	3.3 mi	412	14.7:1	5.2
Roosevelt Theodore MS	3.4 mi	436	10.9:1	5.8
McCloskey John F Sch	3.4 mi	247	13.7:1	3.4
Franklin S Edmonds Sch	3.5 mi	413	12.5:1	2.8
Day Anna B Sch	3.6 mi	354	13.1:1	2.8
Mastery CS-Pickett Campus	3.7 mi	905	15.6:1	3.4
West Oak Lane CS	3.8 mi	969	15.9:1	2.8
Samuel Pennypacker Sch	4.0 mi	324	12:1	3.0
Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary	4.1 mi	648	16.2:1	5.5
Mastery CS John Wister Elementary	4.2 mi	497	16:1	6.3

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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

C 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 39%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 333

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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 77.5%

Two or More 7.8%

Black 6.6%

Hispanic 3.9%

Asian 3.9%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

815 E CATHEDRAL RD, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immaculate Heart of Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springfield Twp El Sch-Enfield (rated 9.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Erdenheim), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROXBOROUGH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORWOOD-FONTBONNE ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SCHUYLKILL CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Philadelphia	0.6 mi	13	—
Shawmont Sch Philadelphia	0.9 mi	417	5.6
Lankenau HS Philadelphia	0.9 mi	260	6.5
Saul W B Agricultural School Philadelphia	1.3 mi	414	5.5
Green Woods CS Philadelphia	1.5 mi	702	5.6
SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY-MIDDLE Philadelphia	1.2 mi	1,050	7.5
THE CREFELD SCHOOL Philadelphia	1.4 mi	90	8.6
NORWOOD-FONTBONNE ACADEMY Philadelphia	1.5 mi	287	7.5
NORWOOD-FONTBONNE ACADEMY Philadelphia	1.5 mi	287	7.5
SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Philadelphia	1.4 mi	1,050	7.4
OUR MOTHER OF CONSOLATION PARISH SCHOOL Philadelphia	1.7 mi	177	7.5
Roxborough HS Philadelphia	2.0 mi	625	4.0
AIM ACADEMY Conshohocken	1.6 mi	391	8.3
ROXBOROUGH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia	2.1 mi	53	7.6
THE MIQUON SCHOOL Conshohocken	1.8 mi	136	7.5
John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences Philadelphia	1.8 mi	385	5.0
Dobson James Sch Philadelphia	2.3 mi	230	6.7
PHIL-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Erdenheim	2.1 mi	293	7.6
MOUNT ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Flourtown	2.4 mi	480	6.6
Springfield Twp El Sch-Enfield Erdenheim	2.3 mi	564	9.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,639

Median Home Value

$330,800

Median Rent

$1,563/mo

Population

37,018

College Educated

54.9%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

36.9

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Clark El Sch Uniontown, PA	287	5.9
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HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA	230	5.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immaculate Heart of Mary School

What grades does Immaculate Heart of Mary School serve?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Immaculate Heart of Mary School?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart of Mary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart of Mary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Immaculate Heart of Mary School rank in PA?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School ranks #610 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Immaculate Heart of Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Immaculate Heart of Mary School a private school?

Yes, Immaculate Heart of Mary 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 Immaculate Heart of Mary School a religious school?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 70 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 38 Some Transit
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 333
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 20
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Philadelphia County
Phone: (215) 482-2029

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