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#413 of 873 private schools in PA

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St Benedict School

Elementary School

119 S CHURCH ST, Carrolltown, PA 15722

Private

Enrollment

73

Student-Teacher

6.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#413 of 873

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St Benedict School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Carrolltown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cambria Heights EL Sch

5.7/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.9/10

4.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Benedict School

St Benedict School is a private elementary school in Carrolltown, PA. St Benedict School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Benedict School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, St Benedict School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.2:1 students to teachers, St Benedict School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Benedict 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

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How St Benedict School compares to the 1 public school in Carrolltown, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
73
This School
vs
526
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.7% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
St Benedict School Carrolltown Public Avg

All Schools in Carrolltown

School Rating
St Benedict School (this school) 6.6
Cambria Heights El Sch 5.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 73
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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)

White 95.9%
Hispanic 2.7%
Black 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

119 S CHURCH ST, Carrolltown, PA 15722

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Benedict School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harmony Area El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Westover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cambria El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Ebensburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northern Cambria El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Northern Cambria), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carrolltown, see our Carrolltown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cambria Heights El Sch Carrolltown 0.3 mi 5.7
Cambria Heights MS Patton 4.6 mi 5.9
Cambria Heights SHS Patton 4.7 mi 8.9
Northern Cambria HS Northern Cambria 5.3 mi 9.2
Northern Cambria El Sch Northern Cambria 5.7 mi 6.8
Northern Cambria MS Northern Cambria 5.7 mi 6.4
NORTHERN CAMBRIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nicktown 5.2 mi 5.9
HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ebensburg 7.9 mi 5.7
Cambria El Sch Ebensburg 7.9 mi 7.3
Central Cambria MS Ebensburg 7.8 mi 5.9
Central Cambria HS Ebensburg 7.9 mi 7.1
Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School Ebensburg 8.1 mi
BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ebensburg 8.1 mi 6.9
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loretto 7.9 mi 6.6
WESTOVER AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Westover 9.5 mi 3.8
COUNTRY SIDE AMISH SCHOOL Ebensburg 8.9 mi 2.7
SHADY LANE AMISH SCHOOL La Jose 11.4 mi 3.0
Blacklick Valley El Ctr Nanty Glo 10.6 mi 6.3
Harmony Area El Sch Westover 12.2 mi 7.9
Harmony Area JSHS Westover 12.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,279

Median Home Value

$128,800

Median Rent

$621/mo

Population

2,382

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

92.9%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Levittown, PA 6.6
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loretto, PA 6.6
UNITED FRIENDS SCHOOL Quakertown, PA 6.6
PLEASANT VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata, PA 6.5
PRODIGY LEARNING CENTER Philadelphia, PA 6.5
ST GREGORY PARISH SCHOOL North East, PA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Benedict School

What grades does St Benedict School serve?

St Benedict School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Benedict School?

St Benedict School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Benedict School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Benedict School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Benedict School rank in PA?

St Benedict School ranks #413 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is St Benedict School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Benedict 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 Benedict School a private school?

Yes, St Benedict 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 Benedict School a religious school?

St Benedict School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
73
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cambria County

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