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#397 of 873 private schools in PA

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Lancaster Catholic High School

High School

650 JULIETTE AVE, Lancaster, PA 17601

Private

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#397 of 873

In Lancaster

#9 of 10

public schools

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Lancaster Catholic High School

6.7/10

High School in Lancaster · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Lancaster Catholic High School

Lancaster Catholic High School is a private high school in Lancaster, PA. Lancaster Catholic High School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lancaster Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Lancaster Catholic High 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 Lancaster Catholic High School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
510
This School
vs
1,277
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.8% vs 0%
Asian 5.5% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Lancaster Catholic High School Lancaster Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Lancaster Catholic High School (this school) 6.7
McCaskey Campus 7.2
La Academia Partnership CS 4.2
Phoenix Academy 3.8
Manheim Twp HS 7.6
Conestoga Valley SHS 7.4

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- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
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)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Enrollment 510
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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 76.7%
Hispanic 10.8%
Asian 5.5%
Two or More 3.9%
Black 2.2%
Pacific Islander 0.6%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

650 JULIETTE AVE, Lancaster, PA 17601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lancaster Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. McCaskey Campus (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is La Academia Partnership CS (rated 4.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Phoenix Academy (rated 3.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Schaeffer Sch Lancaster 0.3 mi 7.7
McCaskey Campus Lancaster 0.7 mi 7.2
Brecht Sch Lancaster 0.6 mi 7.3
Wickersham El Sch Lancaster 0.8 mi 5.8
Ross El Sch Lancaster 0.8 mi 7.3
Lincoln MS Lancaster 0.9 mi 5.0
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster 1.1 mi 8.6
La Academia Partnership CS Lancaster 1.2 mi 4.2
Burrowes El Sch Lancaster 1.2 mi 6.2
Wharton El Sch Lancaster 1.2 mi 8.3
Fulton El Sch Lancaster 1.4 mi 5.7
King El Sch Lancaster 1.6 mi 5.4
Nitrauer Sch Lancaster 1.7 mi 7.5
WONDER ACADEMY Lancaster 1.6 mi
Jackson MS Lancaster 1.7 mi 4.5
Phoenix Academy Lancaster 1.7 mi 3.8
Carter and MacRae El Sch Lancaster 1.7 mi 5.4
Washington El Sch Lancaster 1.8 mi 5.4
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster 1.6 mi 7.2
Reynolds MS Lancaster 1.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,433

Median Home Value

$324,000

Median Rent

$1,477/mo

Population

56,348

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

43

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Lincoln Park Performing Arts CS Midland, PA 6.7
Penns Valley Area JSHS Spring Mills, PA 6.7
ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova, PA 6.8
Conemaugh Valley JSHS Johnstown, PA 6.8
Forest City Regional HS Forest City, PA 6.8
GREENSBURG CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Greensburg, PA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lancaster Catholic High School

What grades does Lancaster Catholic High School serve?

Lancaster Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lancaster Catholic High School?

Lancaster Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Catholic High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lancaster Catholic High School rank in PA?

Lancaster Catholic High School ranks #397 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Lancaster Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lancaster Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lancaster Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Lancaster Catholic High 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 Lancaster Catholic High School a religious school?

Lancaster Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
510
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lancaster County

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