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#674 of 873 private schools in PA

Maternity Bvm School

Elementary School

9322 OLD BUSTLETON AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Private

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#674 of 873

In Philadelphia

#80 of 95

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5.5/10

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

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About Maternity Bvm School

Maternity Bvm School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Maternity Bvm School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maternity Bvm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #674 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Maternity Bvm School runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Maternity Bvm 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 Maternity Bvm School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
433
This School
vs
576
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 44.8% vs 0%
Asian 20.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.6% vs 0%
Black 13.4% vs 0%
Maternity Bvm School Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Maternity Bvm School (this school) 5.5
Frank Anne Sch 6.6
Baldi C C A MS 5.6
Farrell Louis H Sch 4.0
Greenberg Joseph Sch 7.9
Pollock Robert B Sch 3.5
Tacony Academy CS 5.2
Rhawnhurst Sch 5.2
Philadelphia Academy CS 6.8
Fox Chase Sch 5.4
Loesche William H Sch 6.8
Northeast Community Propel Academy 6.4
Holme Thomas Sch 5.1
Castor Gardens MS 3.3
Crossan Kennedy C Sch 3.4
Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS 6.8
Brown Joseph Sch 3.6
John Hancock Demonstration Sch 5.4
Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch 3.6
Mayfair Sch 3.6
Moore J Hampton Sch 5.2

Showing 20 of 243 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia

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)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 71%
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 433
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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 44.8%
Asian 20.8%
Hispanic 17.6%
Black 13.4%
Two or More 3.2%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9322 OLD BUSTLETON AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maternity Bvm School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenberg Joseph Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JEROME SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loesche William H Sch (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
POLITZ HEBREW ACADEMY Philadelphia 0.1 mi 6.1
Frank Anne Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 6.6
Baldi C C A MS Philadelphia 1.0 mi 5.6
SHAARE SHAMAYIM PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia 1.3 mi
Farrell Louis H Sch Philadelphia 1.3 mi 4.0
Greenberg Joseph Sch Philadelphia 1.4 mi 7.9
Pollock Robert B Sch Philadelphia 1.7 mi 3.5
Swenson Arts and Technology High School Philadelphia 1.5 mi 7.8
ANN KIDS Philadelphia 1.6 mi
Washington George HS Philadelphia 1.8 mi 5.1
ST JEROME SCHOOL Philadelphia 1.9 mi 6.8
RED LION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia 2.0 mi 6.0
Rhawnhurst Sch Philadelphia 1.9 mi 5.2
Tacony Academy CS Philadelphia 1.8 mi 5.2
MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley 1.9 mi
THE GAN Philadelphia 2.1 mi
Loesche William H Sch Philadelphia 2.3 mi 6.8
Philadelphia Academy CS Philadelphia 2.1 mi 6.8
Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia 2.5 mi 6.4
FATHER JUDGE HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia 2.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,388

Median Home Value

$330,500

Median Rent

$1,230/mo

Population

34,737

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maternity Bvm School

What grades does Maternity Bvm School serve?

Maternity Bvm School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Maternity Bvm School?

Maternity Bvm School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maternity Bvm School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maternity Bvm School is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Maternity Bvm School rank in PA?

Maternity Bvm School ranks #674 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Maternity Bvm School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maternity Bvm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Maternity Bvm School a private school?

Yes, Maternity Bvm 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 Maternity Bvm School a religious school?

Maternity Bvm School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
433
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Philadelphia County

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