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#592 of 873 private schools in PA
Northern Cambria Catholic School
Elementary School
3278 BLUE GOOSE RD, Nicktown, PA 15762
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#592 of 873
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Northern Cambria Catholic School
Elementary School in Nicktown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northern Cambria Catholic School
Northern Cambria Catholic School is a private elementary school in Nicktown, PA. Northern Cambria Catholic School serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Cambria Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #592 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Northern Cambria 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.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Northern Cambria Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Cambria 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.
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.
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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
3278 BLUE GOOSE RD, Nicktown, PA 15762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Cambria Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cambria El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Ebensburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Penns Manor Area El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Clymer), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northern Cambria El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Northern Cambria), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nicktown, see our Nicktown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Cambria El Sch Northern Cambria | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Northern Cambria MS Northern Cambria | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Northern Cambria HS Northern Cambria | 3.2 mi | 9.2 |
| COUNTRY SIDE AMISH SCHOOL Ebensburg | 5.4 mi | 2.7 |
| ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Clymer | 5.5 mi | — |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Carrolltown | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Cambria Heights El Sch Carrolltown | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| NICKTOWN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Northern Cambria | 5.9 mi | — |
| Blacklick Valley El Ctr Nanty Glo | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Central Cambria MS Ebensburg | 9.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Cambria HS Ebensburg | 9.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Blacklick Valley JSHS Nanty Glo | 9.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Cambria El Sch Ebensburg | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School Ebensburg | 9.3 mi | — |
| Penns Manor Area El Sch Clymer | 7.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Penns Manor Area JSHS Clymer | 7.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ebensburg | 9.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ebensburg | 9.6 mi | 5.7 |
| WESTOVER AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Westover | 10.0 mi | 3.8 |
| HILLSDALE MENNONITE SCHOOL Cherry Tree | 10.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,500
Median Home Value
$209,200
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
866
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
91.9%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
49.7
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| Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls, PA | 5.9 |
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| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler, PA | 5.9 |
| Salisbury-Elk Lick El Sch Salisbury, PA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Cambria Catholic School
What grades does Northern Cambria Catholic School serve?
Northern Cambria Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Northern Cambria Catholic School?
Northern Cambria Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Cambria Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Cambria Catholic School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northern Cambria Catholic School rank in PA?
Northern Cambria Catholic School ranks #592 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Northern Cambria Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northern Cambria Catholic 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 Northern Cambria Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Northern Cambria 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 Northern Cambria Catholic School a religious school?
Northern Cambria Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 114
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cambria County
- Phone
- (814) 948-8900
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