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#490 of 873 private schools in PA
St Bede School
Elementary School
6920 EDGERTON AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#490 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#36 of 46
public schools
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St Bede School
Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bede School
St Bede School is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. St Bede School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bede School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #490 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Bede 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 Bede School compares to 132 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bede School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy | 4.9 |
| Catalyst Academy CS | 2.9 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Fulton K-5 | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 | 8.7 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 132 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
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
6920 EDGERTON AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bede School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST EDMUND'S ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | — |
| THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ELLIS SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY JUNIOR SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| DEPAUL INSTITUTE Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | — |
| DE PAUL SCHOOL FOR HEARING & SPEECH Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| CARRIAGE HOUSE CHILDRENS CENTER Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | — |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST EDMUND'S ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,267
Median Home Value
$273,200
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
9,500
College Educated
50.9%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
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| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton, PA | 6.3 |
| Bart-Colerain El Sch Christiana, PA | 6.3 |
| Blacklick Valley El Ctr Nanty Glo, PA | 6.3 |
| Carl G Renn El Sch Lairdsville, PA | 6.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton, PA | 6.3 |
| Hutchinson El Sch Uniontown, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bede School
What grades does St Bede School serve?
St Bede School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Bede School?
St Bede School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bede School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bede School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bede School rank in PA?
St Bede School ranks #490 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Bede School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bede 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 Bede School a private school?
Yes, St Bede 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 Bede School a religious school?
St Bede School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 661-9425
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