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#733 of 873 private schools in PA
St Cecilia Elementary School
Elementary School
525 RHAWN ST, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#733 of 873
In Philadelphia
#89 of 95
public schools
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St Cecilia Elementary School
Elementary School in Philadelphia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Cecilia Elementary School
St Cecilia Elementary School is a private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA. St Cecilia Elementary School serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #733 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Cecilia Elementary 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 Cecilia Elementary School compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cecilia Elementary School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Fox Chase Sch | 5.4 |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch | 3.4 |
| Tacony Academy CS | 5.2 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch | 4.0 |
| Rhawnhurst Sch | 5.2 |
| Castor Gardens MS | 3.3 |
| Greenberg Joseph Sch | 7.9 |
| Baldi C C A MS | 5.6 |
| Moore J Hampton Sch | 5.2 |
| MaST Community CS II | 3.0 |
| Solis-Cohen Solomon Sch | 3.6 |
| Carnell Laura H Sch | 3.6 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch | 4.6 |
| Spruance Gilbert Sch | 3.7 |
| Frank Anne Sch | 6.6 |
| Holme Thomas Sch | 5.1 |
| Northeast Community Propel Academy | 6.4 |
| Mayfair Sch | 3.6 |
| ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS | 5.8 |
| Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS | 5.3 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
525 RHAWN ST, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cecilia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenberg Joseph Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rydal El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Huntingdon Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cheltenham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fox Chase Sch Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CREATIVE BEGINNINGS Rockledge | 0.4 mi | — |
| Crossan Kennedy C Sch Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Tacony Academy CS Philadelphia | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MILESTONE ACADEMY Jenkintown | 1.2 mi | — |
| PRESENTATION BVM SCHOOL Cheltenham | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Northeast HS Philadelphia | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST CENTURY GOSPEL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Rydal El Sch Huntingdon Valley | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| McKinley Sch Elkins Park | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Castor Gardens MS Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley | 1.8 mi | — |
| Moore J Hampton Sch Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| THE GAN Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | — |
| Rhawnhurst Sch Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CEDAR GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| RESURRECTION REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Greenberg Joseph Sch Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Baldi C C A MS Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,441
Median Home Value
$244,000
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
65,821
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barry Comm John Sch Philadelphia, PA | 5.1 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch Bensalem, PA | 5.1 |
| Bryant William C Sch Philadelphia, PA | 5.1 |
| Carnegie El Sch Carnegie, PA | 5.1 |
| Central El Sch Franklin, PA | 5.1 |
| Hereford El Sch Hereford, PA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cecilia Elementary School
What grades does St Cecilia Elementary School serve?
St Cecilia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Cecilia Elementary School?
St Cecilia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Elementary School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cecilia Elementary School rank in PA?
St Cecilia Elementary School ranks #733 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Cecilia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cecilia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Cecilia Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Cecilia Elementary 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 Cecilia Elementary School a religious school?
St Cecilia Elementary 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
- 542
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (215) 725-8588
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