Very Good
#243 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 28% of private schools
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School
Elementary School
330 CHURCH AVE, Ephrata, PA 17522
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#243 of 873
In Ephrata
#1 of 7
public schools
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Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School
Elementary School in Ephrata · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Highland EL Sch
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About Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School is a private elementary school in Ephrata, PA. Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Our Mother of Perpetual Help 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 9:1 students to teachers, Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Our Mother of Perpetual Help 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Ephrata, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Highland El Sch | 7.3 |
| Fulton El Sch | 7.3 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch | 7.3 |
| Ephrata MS | 5.3 |
| Clay El Sch | 6.5 |
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
330 CHURCH AVE, Ephrata, PA 17522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Denver El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reamstown El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Reamstown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highland El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ephrata, see our Ephrata schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highland El Sch Ephrata | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Fulton El Sch Ephrata | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| OLIVE BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ephrata | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ephrata SHS Ephrata | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Ephrata MS Ephrata | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch Ephrata | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SPRINGVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY PAROCH SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.3 mi | — |
| Akron El Sch Akron | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CONESTOGA VIEW SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.8 mi | — |
| WOOD CREST PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Cocalico SHS Denver | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cocalico MS Denver | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Denver El Sch Denver | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
| DIAMOND ROAD PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 3.4 mi | — |
| Reamstown El Sch Reamstown | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Brownstown Campus Ephrata | 3.7 mi | — |
| GRACE POINT ACADEMY Ephrata | 3.1 mi | — |
| FARMERSVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,865
Median Home Value
$263,600
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
33,601
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LANCASTER MENNONITE SCHOOL NEW DANVILLE Lancaster, PA | 7.2 |
| Marclay Sch Markleysburg, PA | 7.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.2 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Towanda, PA | 7.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.2 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School
What grades does Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School serve?
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School?
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School rank in PA?
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School ranks #243 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Our Mother of Perpetual Help 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 Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School a religious school?
Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 738-2414
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