Very Good
#218 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 25% of private schools
St Catherine Laboure School
Elementary School
4020 DERRY ST, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#218 of 873
In Harrisburg
#5 of 16
public schools
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St Catherine Laboure School
Elementary School in Harrisburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Catherine Laboure School
St Catherine Laboure School is a private elementary school in Harrisburg, PA. St Catherine Laboure School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catherine Laboure School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Catherine Laboure 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 Catherine Laboure School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Catherine Laboure School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Lawnton El Sch | 4.4 |
| Paxtang El Sch | 4.6 |
| Reach Cyber CS | 5.4 |
| South Side El Sch | 4.2 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy | 2.7 |
| Marshall Academy | 4.7 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS | 2.3 |
| Chambers Hill El Sch | 4.6 |
| Melrose Sch | 4.6 |
| Central Dauphin East MS | 4.8 |
| Rutherford El Sch | 5.8 |
| Scott Sch | 4.4 |
| Rowland Academy | 3.7 |
| Phillips El Sch | 4.5 |
| Central Dauphin MS | 5.3 |
| Foose Sch | 4.3 |
| Infinity CS | 7.3 |
| Sylvan Heights Science CS | 2.7 |
| Premier Arts and Science CS | 4.6 |
| Cougar Academy | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Harrisburg
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
4020 DERRY ST, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Catherine Laboure School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Paxtang El Sch (rated 4.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Tri-Community El Sch (rated 4.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Steelton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CIRCLE SCHOOL Harrisburg | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Reach Cyber CS Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Paxtang El Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Swatara MS Steelton | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| THE SAMUEL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | — |
| South Side El Sch Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Steelton-Highspire HS Steelton | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Tri-Community El Sch Steelton | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION & AUTISM CENTER Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | — |
| BISHOP MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTRY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg | 1.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Steelton-Highspire El Sch Steelton | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Marshall Academy Harrisburg | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Central Dauphin East MS Harrisburg | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Harrisburg HS Harrisburg | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Phillips El Sch Harrisburg | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,314
Median Home Value
$225,500
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
35,818
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avis El Sch Jersey Shore, PA | 7.3 |
| Brecht Sch Lancaster, PA | 7.3 |
| Cambria El Sch Ebensburg, PA | 7.3 |
| Conestoga El Sch Conestoga, PA | 7.3 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew, PA | 7.3 |
| David Leech El Sch Leechburg, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Catherine Laboure School
What grades does St Catherine Laboure School serve?
St Catherine Laboure School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Catherine Laboure School?
St Catherine Laboure School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catherine Laboure School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Catherine Laboure School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Catherine Laboure School rank in PA?
St Catherine Laboure School ranks #218 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Catherine Laboure School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Catherine Laboure School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Catherine Laboure School a private school?
Yes, St Catherine Laboure 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 Catherine Laboure School a religious school?
St Catherine Laboure School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 564-1760
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