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#410 of 873 private schools in PA

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Resurrection Regional Catholic School

Elementary School

2020 SHELMIRE AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

345

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

345

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#410 of 873

In Philadelphia

#52 of 95

public schools

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About Resurrection Regional Catholic School

Resurrection Regional Catholic School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. Resurrection Regional Catholic School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Resurrection Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Resurrection Regional 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.

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How Resurrection Regional Catholic School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

13.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

345

This School

576

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

4.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 40% vs 0%

Hispanic 22.6% vs 0%

Asian 17.4% vs 0%

Black 12.2% vs 0%

Resurrection Regional Catholic School Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Resurrection Regional Catholic School (this school)	—	345	15:1	6.6
Castor Gardens MS	0.4 mi	1,269	17.9:1	3.3
Rhawnhurst Sch	0.4 mi	646	16.1:1	5.2
Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch	0.6 mi	1,278	14:1	3.6
Moore J Hampton Sch	0.8 mi	1,138	14.6:1	5.2
Tacony Academy CS	1.0 mi	1,074	15.8:1	5.2
Farrell Louis H Sch	1.1 mi	1,150	16.7:1	4.0
Holme Thomas Sch	1.1 mi	792	14.7:1	5.1
Mayfair Sch	1.1 mi	1,688	18:1	3.6
Crossan Kennedy C Sch	1.2 mi	318	15.9:1	3.4
Northeast Community Propel Academy	1.2 mi	1,762	18:1	6.4
Spruance Gilbert Sch	1.2 mi	1,255	15.1:1	3.7
Carnell Laura H Sch	1.5 mi	637	15.5:1	3.6
Allen Ethan Sch	1.6 mi	912	15:1	3.7
Ziegler William H Sch	1.7 mi	513	11.9:1	3.7
Fox Chase Sch	1.8 mi	472	13.5:1	5.4
MaST Community CS II	1.9 mi	1,895	14.1:1	3.0
Pollock Robert B Sch	1.9 mi	744	16.2:1	3.5
Forrest Edwin Sch	1.9 mi	819	15.5:1	2.2
Disston Hamilton Sch	1.9 mi	735	16:1	2.3
Keystone Academy CS	2.0 mi	663	15.4:1	3.1

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

C+ 3.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 74%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 345

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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 40.0%

Hispanic 22.6%

Asian 17.4%

Black 12.2%

Two or More 7.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2020 SHELMIRE AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Resurrection Regional Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northeast Community Propel Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
THE GAN Philadelphia	0.2 mi	10	—
Castor Gardens MS Philadelphia	0.4 mi	1,269	3.3
Rhawnhurst Sch Philadelphia	0.4 mi	646	5.2
Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch Philadelphia	0.6 mi	1,278	3.6
Northeast HS Philadelphia	0.5 mi	3,264	6.0
NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia	0.7 mi	63	7.0
SHINING STAR LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia	0.8 mi	19	—
Tacony Academy CS Philadelphia	1.0 mi	1,074	5.2
Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia	0.8 mi	1,138	5.2
Farrell Louis H Sch Philadelphia	1.1 mi	1,150	4.0
Mayfair Sch Philadelphia	1.1 mi	1,688	3.6
Spruance Gilbert Sch Philadelphia	1.2 mi	1,255	3.7
Holme Thomas Sch Philadelphia	1.1 mi	792	5.1
Crossan Kennedy C Sch Philadelphia	1.2 mi	318	3.4
Lincoln HS Philadelphia	1.2 mi	2,201	4.6
Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia	1.2 mi	1,762	6.4
BLESSED TRINITY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia	1.6 mi	387	6.9
Allen Ethan Sch Philadelphia	1.6 mi	912	3.7
Carnell Laura H Sch Philadelphia	1.5 mi	637	3.6
Ziegler William H Sch Philadelphia	1.7 mi	513	3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,966

Median Home Value

$270,000

Median Rent

$1,236/mo

Population

35,566

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

56.3%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Adamstown El Sch Adamstown, PA	410	6.6
Blairsville El Sch Blairsville, PA	419	6.6
Clearview El Sch Bethlehem, PA	387	6.6
College Square El Sch Beaver, PA	433	6.6
Greenwich-Lenhartsville El Sch Lenhartsville, PA	237	6.6
Hatfield El Sch Uniontown, PA	323	6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Resurrection Regional Catholic School

What grades does Resurrection Regional Catholic School serve?

Resurrection Regional Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Resurrection Regional Catholic School?

Resurrection Regional Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Resurrection Regional Catholic School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Resurrection Regional Catholic School rank in PA?

Resurrection Regional Catholic School ranks #410 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Resurrection Regional Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Resurrection Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Resurrection Regional Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Resurrection Regional 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 Regional Catholic School a religious school?

Resurrection Regional Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 89 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 56 Good Transit
Bike Score: 65 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 345
Gender Split: 58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 23
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Philadelphia County
Phone: (215) 742-1127

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