Very Good
#217 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 25% of private schools
Mary Queen of Apostles School
School
110 ELMTREE RD, New Kensington, PA 15068
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#217 of 873
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Mary Queen of Apostles School
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About Mary Queen of Apostles School
Mary Queen of Apostles School is a private school in New Kensington, PA. Mary Queen of Apostles School serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Queen of Apostles School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Mary Queen of Apostles School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mary Queen of Apostles 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
BetaHow Mary Queen of Apostles School compares to the 3 public schools in New Kensington, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in New Kensington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mary Queen of Apostles School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Northern Westmoreland Career & Technology Center | — |
| Valley JSHS | 4.1 |
| Martin Sch | 2.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
110 ELMTREE RD, New Kensington, PA 15068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Queen of Apostles School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Tenth Street El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Oakmont), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Plum SHS (rated 7.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Plum), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Deer Lakes HS (rated 7.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Cheswick), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Kensington, see our New Kensington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roy A. Hunt El Sch Arnold | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Berkey Sch Arnold | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Northern Westmoreland Career & Technology Center New Kensington | 1.2 mi | — |
| Highlands El Sch Tarentum | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Valley JSHS New Kensington | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Martin Sch New Kensington | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Stewart El Sch Lower Burrell | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Highlands Early Childhood Center Brackenridge | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Highlands MS Natrona Heights | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Highlands SHS Natrona Heights | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Natrona Heights | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Bon Air El Sch Lower Burrell | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Springdale JSHS Springdale | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Charles A Huston MS Lower Burrell | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Burrell HS Lower Burrell | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Acmetonia El Sch Cheswick | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Plum SHS Plum | 5.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Pivik El Sch Plum | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Tenth Street El Sch Oakmont | 6.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Deer Lakes HS Cheswick | 5.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,997
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
36,068
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
46.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Queen of Apostles School
What grades does Mary Queen of Apostles School serve?
Mary Queen of Apostles School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Mary Queen of Apostles School?
Mary Queen of Apostles School has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Queen of Apostles School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Queen of Apostles School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mary Queen of Apostles School rank in PA?
Mary Queen of Apostles School ranks #217 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Mary Queen of Apostles School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Queen of Apostles School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mary Queen of Apostles School a private school?
Yes, Mary Queen of Apostles 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 Mary Queen of Apostles School a religious school?
Mary Queen of Apostles School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westmoreland County
- Phone
- (724) 339-4411
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