Very Good
#291 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 33% of private schools
St Agnes Catholic School
Elementary School
211 W GAY ST, West Chester, PA 19380
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#291 of 873
In West Chester
#4 of 8
public schools
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St Agnes Catholic 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 St Agnes Catholic School
St Agnes Catholic School is a private elementary school in West Chester, PA. St Agnes Catholic School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Agnes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Agnes 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
BetaHow St Agnes Catholic School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in West Chester, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Agnes Catholic School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Hillsdale El Sch | 7.4 |
| Fern Hill El Sch | 8.0 |
| East Bradford El Sch | 8.2 |
| Greystone El Sch | 8.9 |
| Sarah W Starkweather El Sch | 7.3 |
| Glen Acres El Sch | 7.9 |
| Stetson MS | 6.0 |
| J R Fugett MS | 6.4 |
| E N Peirce MS | 5.8 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS | 4.2 |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch | 7.3 |
| Pennsylvania Leadership CS | 5.9 |
| Mary C Howse El Sch | 8.1 |
| East Goshen El Sch | 8.9 |
| Pocopson El Sch | 9.0 |
| Penn Wood El Sch | 7.1 |
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
211 W GAY ST, West Chester, PA 19380
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Agnes Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greystone El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Bradford El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary C Howse El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Chester, see our West Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST CHESTER FRIENDS SCHOOL West Chester | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillsdale El Sch West Chester | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| West Chester Henderson HS West Chester | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Fern Hill El Sch West Chester | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Greystone El Sch West Chester | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Sarah W Starkweather El Sch West Chester | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| East Bradford El Sch West Chester | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Stetson MS West Chester | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| E N Peirce MS West Chester | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Glen Acres El Sch West Chester | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY#15 West Chester | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| J R Fugett MS West Chester | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| West Chester East HS West Chester | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CIDDS LEARNING CENTER West Chester | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER West Chester | 3.4 mi | — |
| SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Mary C Howse El Sch West Chester | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Westtown-Thornbury El Sch West Chester | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| West Chester Bayard Rustin HS West Chester | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19380 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,876
Median Home Value
$530,400
Median Rent
$1,820/mo
Population
50,093
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY#15 West Chester, PA | 7.0 |
| Carroll El Sch Shermans Dale, PA | 7.0 |
| Cochranton El Sch Cochranton, PA | 7.0 |
| Conneaut Lake-Sadsbury El Sch Conneaut Lake, PA | 7.0 |
| HOLY CHILD SCHOOL AT ROSEMONT Bryn Mawr, PA | 7.0 |
| Manheim El Sch Glenville, PA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Agnes Catholic School
What grades does St Agnes Catholic School serve?
St Agnes Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Agnes Catholic School?
St Agnes Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Agnes Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Agnes Catholic School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Agnes Catholic School rank in PA?
St Agnes Catholic School ranks #291 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Agnes Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Agnes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Agnes Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Agnes 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 St Agnes Catholic School a religious school?
St Agnes Catholic 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
- 264
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 696-1260
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