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#318 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 36% of private schools
Presentation Bvm School
Elementary School
105 OLD SOLDIERS RD, Cheltenham, PA 19012
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#318 of 873
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Presentation Bvm School
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About Presentation Bvm School
Presentation Bvm School is a private elementary school in Cheltenham, PA. Presentation Bvm School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Presentation Bvm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Presentation Bvm 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.
Presentation 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
BetaHow Presentation Bvm School compares to the 1 public school in Cheltenham, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Cheltenham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Presentation Bvm School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Cheltenham El Sch | 4.8 |
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.
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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
105 OLD SOLDIERS RD, Cheltenham, PA 19012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Presentation Bvm School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Universal Creighton CS (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKinley Sch (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Elkins Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cheltenham, see our Cheltenham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST CENTURY GOSPEL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MaST Community CS II Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Cheltenham El Sch Cheltenham | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Carnell Laura H Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Fox Chase Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Fels Samuel HS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Elkins Park Sch Elkins Park | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Northeast HS Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CREATIVE BEGINNINGS Rockledge | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SHINING STAR LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | — |
| Castor Gardens MS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Universal Creighton CS Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| McKinley Sch Elkins Park | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,614
Median Home Value
$320,600
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
6,787
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Greensburg, PA | 6.9 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville, PA | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF LANCASTER Lancaster, PA | 6.9 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Drexel Hill, PA | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hanover, PA | 6.9 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Harrisburg, PA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Presentation Bvm School
What grades does Presentation Bvm School serve?
Presentation Bvm School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Presentation Bvm School?
Presentation Bvm School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Presentation Bvm School?
The student-teacher ratio at Presentation Bvm School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Presentation Bvm School rank in PA?
Presentation Bvm School ranks #318 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Presentation Bvm School's MySchoolScout rating?
Presentation Bvm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Presentation Bvm School a private school?
Yes, Presentation 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 Presentation Bvm School a religious school?
Presentation Bvm School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (215) 379-3798
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