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#424 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 49% of private schools
St Barnabas Ims School
Elementary School
6334 BUIST AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#424 of 873
In Philadelphia
#53 of 95
public schools
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St Barnabas Ims School
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Barnabas Ims School
St Barnabas Ims School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Barnabas Ims School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Barnabas Ims School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Barnabas Ims School runs 20.8:1 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 Barnabas Ims 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 Barnabas Ims School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Barnabas Ims School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Morton Thomas G Sch | 4.9 |
| Tilden William T MS | 5.9 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory CS | 3.7 |
| Patterson John M Sch | 4.7 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch | 3.0 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS | 3.2 |
| Mitchell El Sch | 3.0 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS | 5.1 |
| Independence CS West | 5.2 |
| Longstreth William C Sch | 4.0 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams | 4.0 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch | 4.3 |
| Penrose Sch | 3.5 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch | 3.2 |
| Universal Alcorn CS | 6.6 |
| Mastery CS-Harrity Campus | 4.8 |
| Anderson Add B Sch | 4.8 |
| Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS | 4.1 |
| Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey | 5.7 |
| Universal Vare CS | 4.5 |
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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6334 BUIST AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Barnabas Ims School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS (rated 6.9/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Independence CS West (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Philadelphia Montessori CS (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST BARNABAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL IMS Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Morton Thomas G Sch Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | — |
| Tilden William T MS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Bartram John - Main Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory CS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Patterson John M Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Independence CS West Philadelphia | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| GREATER HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| LITTLE FOOTSTEPS ISLAM INS LFS Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Philadelphia Montessori CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Mastery CS-Hardy Williams Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Bell Avenue School Yeadon | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Harrington Avery D Sch Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,812
Median Home Value
$110,400
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
30,312
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.5
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| Adamstown El Sch Adamstown, PA | 6.6 |
| Blairsville El Sch Blairsville, PA | 6.6 |
| Clearview El Sch Bethlehem, PA | 6.6 |
| College Square El Sch Beaver, PA | 6.6 |
| Greenwich-Lenhartsville El Sch Lenhartsville, PA | 6.6 |
| Hatfield El Sch Uniontown, PA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Barnabas Ims School
What grades does St Barnabas Ims School serve?
St Barnabas Ims School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Barnabas Ims School?
St Barnabas Ims School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Barnabas Ims School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Barnabas Ims School is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Barnabas Ims School rank in PA?
St Barnabas Ims School ranks #424 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Barnabas Ims School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Barnabas Ims School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Barnabas Ims School a private school?
Yes, St Barnabas Ims 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 Barnabas Ims School a religious school?
St Barnabas Ims School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 729-3603
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