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#570 of 873 private schools in PA
Ss Simon & Jude School
Elementary School
6 CAVANAUGH CT, West Chester, PA 19382
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#570 of 873
In West Chester
#7 of 8
public schools
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Ss Simon & Jude School
Elementary School in West Chester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ss Simon & Jude School
Ss Simon & Jude School is a private elementary school in West Chester, PA. Ss Simon & Jude School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ss Simon & Jude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #570 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Ss Simon & Jude 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 Ss Simon & Jude School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in West Chester, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ss Simon & Jude School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Penn Wood El Sch | 7.1 |
| East Goshen El Sch | 8.9 |
| Glen Acres El Sch | 7.9 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS | 5.9 |
| J R Fugett MS | 6.4 |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch | 7.3 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS | 4.2 |
| Fern Hill El Sch | 8.0 |
| Sarah W Starkweather El Sch | 7.3 |
| Stetson MS | 6.0 |
| Hillsdale El Sch | 7.4 |
| Greystone El Sch | 8.9 |
| E N Peirce MS | 5.8 |
| East Bradford El Sch | 8.2 |
| Mary C Howse El Sch | 8.1 |
| Pocopson El Sch | 9.0 |
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
6 CAVANAUGH CT, West Chester, PA 19382
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ss Simon & Jude School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Goshen El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fern Hill El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glen Acres El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Chester, see our West Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAUREL SPRINGS SCHOOL West Chester | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Penn Wood El Sch West Chester | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTTOWN SCHOOL West Chester | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CONCEPT SCHOOL West Chester | 2.2 mi | — |
| East Goshen El Sch West Chester | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS West Chester | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| West Chester Bayard Rustin HS West Chester | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Glen Acres El Sch West Chester | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| West Chester East HS West Chester | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| J R Fugett MS West Chester | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch West Chester | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malvern | 3.2 mi | — |
| THE MALVERN SCHOOL Glen Mills | 3.3 mi | — |
| Sugartown El Sch Malvern | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| THE PHELPS SCHOOL Malvern | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| MALVERN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Malvern | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Fern Hill El Sch West Chester | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,159
Median Home Value
$542,400
Median Rent
$1,788/mo
Population
53,035
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.7
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| Boothwyn El Sch Boothwyn, PA | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ss Simon & Jude School
What grades does Ss Simon & Jude School serve?
Ss Simon & Jude School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ss Simon & Jude School?
Ss Simon & Jude School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ss Simon & Jude School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ss Simon & Jude School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ss Simon & Jude School rank in PA?
Ss Simon & Jude School ranks #570 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Ss Simon & Jude School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ss Simon & Jude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ss Simon & Jude School a private school?
Yes, Ss Simon & Jude 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 Ss Simon & Jude School a religious school?
Ss Simon & Jude 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
- 301
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 696-5249
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