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#482 of 873 private schools in PA
St Anselm Elementary School
Elementary School
12650 DUNKS FERRY RD, Philadelphia, PA 19154
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#482 of 873
In Philadelphia
#59 of 95
public schools
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St Anselm Elementary School
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Anselm Elementary School
St Anselm Elementary School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Anselm Elementary School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Anselm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #482 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Anselm Elementary 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 Anselm Elementary School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Anselm Elementary School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch | 5.5 |
| MaST Community CS III | 4.5 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch | 3.4 |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS | 6.8 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS | 6.8 |
| Comly Watson Sch | 6.5 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch | 5.4 |
| Loesche William H Sch | 6.8 |
| Frank Anne Sch | 6.6 |
| Pollock Robert B Sch | 3.5 |
| Baldi C C A MS | 5.6 |
| Greenberg Joseph Sch | 7.9 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| Brown Joseph Sch | 3.6 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| New Foundations CS | 5.0 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
| Forrest Edwin Sch | 2.2 |
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
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
12650 DUNKS FERRY RD, Philadelphia, PA 19154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Anselm Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Decatur Stephen Sch (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PHILADELPHIA CHRISTIAN CENTER ACADEMY Bensalem | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Samuel K Faust El Sch Bensalem | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MaST Community CS III Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY OF CALVARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Cecelia Snyder MS Bensalem | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert K Shafer MS Bensalem | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Philadelphia Academy CS Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch Philadelphia | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,479
Median Home Value
$274,400
Median Rent
$1,396/mo
Population
34,084
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton, PA | 6.3 |
| Bart-Colerain El Sch Christiana, PA | 6.3 |
| Carl G Renn El Sch Lairdsville, PA | 6.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton, PA | 6.3 |
| Millville Area Elementary School Millville, PA | 6.3 |
| NEW CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Castle, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Anselm Elementary School
What grades does St Anselm Elementary School serve?
St Anselm Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Anselm Elementary School?
St Anselm Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Anselm Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Anselm Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Anselm Elementary School rank in PA?
St Anselm Elementary School ranks #482 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Anselm Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Anselm Elementary School 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 St Anselm Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Anselm Elementary 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 Anselm Elementary School a religious school?
St Anselm Elementary 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
- 212
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 632-1133
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