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#26 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 3% of private schools

Resurrection Catholic School

Elementary School

521 E ORANGE ST, Lancaster, PA 17602

Private

Enrollment

103

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#26 of 873

In Lancaster

#1 of 10

public schools

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Resurrection Catholic School

8.6/10

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

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4.2/10

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About Resurrection Catholic School

Resurrection Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lancaster, PA. Resurrection Catholic School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Resurrection Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares2.2 pts above PA schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 103 students, Resurrection 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Resurrection Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Resurrection 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

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How Resurrection Catholic School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
103
This School
vs
458
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.6
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 54.4% vs 0%
White 26.2% vs 0%
Black 9.7% vs 0%
Asian 9.7% vs 0%
Resurrection Catholic School Lancaster Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Resurrection Catholic School (this school) 8.6
La Academia Partnership CS 4.2
Wickersham El Sch 5.8
King El Sch 5.4
Jackson MS 4.5
Burrowes El Sch 6.2
Phoenix Academy 3.8
Lincoln MS 5.0
Washington El Sch 5.4
Carter and MacRae El Sch 5.4
Fulton El Sch 5.7
Ross El Sch 7.3
Wharton El Sch 8.3
Schaeffer Sch 7.7
Reynolds MS 6.0
Price El Sch 5.3
Brecht Sch 7.3
Lafayette El Sch 5.5
Hamilton El Sch 5.6
Smith-Wade-El El Sch 6.4
Wheatland MS 5.3

Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Lancaster

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)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 62%
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 103
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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)

Hispanic 54.4%
White 26.2%
Black 9.7%
Asian 9.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

521 E ORANGE ST, Lancaster, PA 17602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Resurrection Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wharton El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Schaeffer Sch (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ross El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
La Academia Partnership CS Lancaster 0.1 mi 4.2
Wickersham El Sch Lancaster 0.4 mi 5.8
McCaskey Campus Lancaster 0.5 mi 7.2
Jackson MS Lancaster 0.6 mi 4.5
King El Sch Lancaster 0.6 mi 5.4
Phoenix Academy Lancaster 0.6 mi 3.8
Washington El Sch Lancaster 0.7 mi 5.4
Lincoln MS Lancaster 0.6 mi 5.0
Burrowes El Sch Lancaster 0.6 mi 6.2
WONDER ACADEMY Lancaster 0.7 mi
Carter and MacRae El Sch Lancaster 0.8 mi 5.4
Fulton El Sch Lancaster 0.8 mi 5.7
LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster 1.1 mi 6.7
Ross El Sch Lancaster 1.0 mi 7.3
Schaeffer Sch Lancaster 1.3 mi 7.7
Price El Sch Lancaster 1.3 mi 5.3
Brecht Sch Lancaster 1.4 mi 7.3
WAY OF JESUS ACADEMY Lancaster 1.4 mi 7.9
Wharton El Sch Lancaster 1.2 mi 8.3
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster 1.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,752

Median Home Value

$250,600

Median Rent

$1,272/mo

Population

51,461

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Resurrection Catholic School

What grades does Resurrection Catholic School serve?

Resurrection Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Resurrection Catholic School?

Resurrection Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Resurrection Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Resurrection Catholic School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Resurrection Catholic School rank in PA?

Resurrection Catholic School ranks #26 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Resurrection Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Resurrection Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Resurrection Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Resurrection 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 Resurrection Catholic School a religious school?

Resurrection Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
103
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lancaster County

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