Below Average
#757 of 873 private schools in PA
St Athanasius School
Elementary School
7105 LIMEKILN PIKE, Philadelphia, PA 19138
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#757 of 873
In Philadelphia
#91 of 95
public schools
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St Athanasius 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 Athanasius School
St Athanasius School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Athanasius School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Athanasius School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Athanasius School runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Athanasius 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 Athanasius School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Athanasius School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch | 3.0 |
| Rowen William Sch | 2.4 |
| West Oak Lane CS | 2.8 |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS | 2.2 |
| Day Anna B Sch | 2.8 |
| Ellwood Sch | 4.1 |
| Prince Hall Sch | 4.0 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary | 5.5 |
| AMY NW | 4.1 |
| Franklin S Edmonds Sch | 2.8 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy | 6.6 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch | 5.2 |
| Emlen Eleanor C Sch | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Theodore MS | 5.8 |
| Howe Julia Ward Sch | 5.3 |
| McCloskey John F Sch | 3.4 |
| Widener Memorial Sch | 3.1 |
| Lowell James R Sch | 4.0 |
| ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS | 5.8 |
| Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS | 5.3 |
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
7105 LIMEKILN PIKE, Philadelphia, PA 19138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Athanasius School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pennell Joseph Sch (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel Pennypacker Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Rowen William Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.4 |
| NEW MEDINA LEARNING INSTITUTE Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Building 21 Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| West Oak Lane CS Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| MT AIRY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| Wagner Gen Louis MS Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Parkway Northwest Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ADELAIDE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | — |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Day Anna B Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Prince Hall Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST RAYMOND OF PENAFORT SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Ellwood Sch Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Cedarbrook MS Wyncote | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Pennell Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,586
Median Home Value
$167,300
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
31,737
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Athanasius School
What grades does St Athanasius School serve?
St Athanasius School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Athanasius School?
St Athanasius School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Athanasius School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Athanasius School is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Athanasius School rank in PA?
St Athanasius School ranks #757 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Athanasius School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Athanasius School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Athanasius School a private school?
Yes, St Athanasius 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 Athanasius School a religious school?
St Athanasius 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
- 211
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 424-5045
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