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#489 of 873 private schools in PA
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy
Elementary School
721 REBECCA AVE, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#489 of 873
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Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy
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About Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Wilkinsburg, PA. Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #489 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 165 students, Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy 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.
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy 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 Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Wilkinsburg, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wilkinsburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Kelly Primary Sch | 4.3 |
| Turner Intermediate Sch | 4.5 |
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
721 REBECCA AVE, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilkinsburg, see our Wilkinsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLEA SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Kelly Primary Sch Wilkinsburg | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY JUNIOR SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| IMANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Turner Intermediate Sch Wilkinsburg | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| PACE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Woodland Hills HS Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,241
Median Home Value
$157,100
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
29,513
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
40.4
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| Carl G Renn El Sch Lairdsville, PA | 6.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton, PA | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy
What grades does Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy serve?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy rank in PA?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy ranks #489 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy 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 Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy a religious school?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 242-3515
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