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#317 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 36% of private schools
St Bernadette School
Elementary School
1015 TURNER AVE, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#317 of 873
In Drexel Hill
#2 of 5
public schools
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St Bernadette School
Elementary School in Drexel Hill · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Hillcrest EL Sch
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About St Bernadette School
St Bernadette School is a private elementary school in Drexel Hill, PA. St Bernadette School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernadette School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Bernadette 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 Bernadette School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Drexel Hill, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bernadette School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Hillcrest El Sch | 4.0 |
| Drexel Hill MS | 3.0 |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr | 3.7 |
| Garrettford El Sch | 4.5 |
| Charles Kelly El Sch | 3.7 |
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
1015 TURNER AVE, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bernadette School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chatham Park El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Havertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manoa El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Havertown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Drexel Hill, see our Drexel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Drexel Hill | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Drexel Hill MS Drexel Hill | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| 9107 LITTLE FRIENDS ACADEMY INC Upper Darby | 0.9 mi | — |
| Garrettford El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Havertown | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST DOROTHY SCHOOL Drexel Hill | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Chatham Park El Sch Havertown | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Manoa El Sch Havertown | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| MONSIGNOR BONNER & ARCHBISHOP PRENDERGAST HS Drexel Hill | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Highland Park El Sch Upper Darby | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ANCONA MONTESSORI SCHOOL-DREXEL HILL Drexel Hill | 1.4 mi | — |
| Haverford MS Havertown | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| CHILD STEPS Havertown | 1.7 mi | — |
| Haverford SHS Havertown | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARK'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clifton Heights | 1.8 mi | — |
| Charles Kelly El Sch Drexel Hill | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,079
Median Home Value
$243,000
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
32,749
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Greensburg, PA | 6.9 |
| Clearview El Sch Hanover, PA | 6.9 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville, PA | 6.9 |
| Kiski Area South Primary Sch Export, PA | 6.9 |
| Middle Paxton El Sch Dauphin, PA | 6.9 |
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham, PA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bernadette School
What grades does St Bernadette School serve?
St Bernadette School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Bernadette School?
St Bernadette School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernadette School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bernadette School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bernadette School rank in PA?
St Bernadette School ranks #317 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Bernadette School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bernadette School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bernadette School a private school?
Yes, St Bernadette 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 Bernadette School a religious school?
St Bernadette 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
- 244
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 449-5184
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